CHIANTI, THE WORLD-RENOWNED ITALIAN WINE PRODUCED IN TUSCANY
Chianti is one of the most famous Italian wines, thanks to its unique characteristics and the amazing production area
Itinerary: Colli Aretini, Colli Senesi, Colli Fiorentini, Montalbano, Rufina
Chianti, the world-renowned Italian wine produced in Tuscany
When we talk about Tuscany can we do not think of its worldwide famous red wine called Chianti Wine besides the beauties starting from arts, history, and architecture? Its intense flavor, which enhances the goodness of traditional Tuscan recipes at best, is usually linked to the beauty of the Chianti Region and the surrounding area: gentle hills, rows of cypresses, hectares of vineyards or many farmhouses where people can taste wine and relax in a special environment.
Where it is produced
The region of Chianti Hills is the main production area of this wine. This is one of the most popular and beloved areas in Tuscany and Italy, because of this unique wine and the amazing landscapes, foreign visitors have started buying houses or spending their holidays there, giving birth to the so-called Chiantishire.
"Colline del Chianti" , Chianti Hills is a hilly region located in the provinces of Florence and Siena including 8 municipalities, very famous for the production of Chianti Classico: Greve in Chianti, Barberino Val d'Elsa, Tavernelle Val di Pesa, San Casciano in Val di Pesa, Castellina in Chianti, Radda in Chianti, Gaiole in Chianti and Castelnuovo Berardenga.
Nevertheless, Chianti wine can be produced in other areas in the provinces of Arezzo, Pisa, Pistoia, and Prato as well. With the new laws, the Chianti denomination is usually accompanied by the name of one of the production areas: Colli Aretini, Colli Senesi, Colli Fiorentini, Colline Pisane, Montalbano, Rufina, Montespertoli.
History & how it is made
The origins of the name Chianti are unsure, but the good qualities of wine production in this area have been well known since the Etruscan or the Roman age. The first mention of Chianti wine dates back to the thirteenth century, and in the sixteenth century, thanks to Cosimo I de Medici, the first areas of Chianti production were detected. In 1800, Chianti got the DOC appellation, which was replaced by the prestigious DOCG appellation in 1967.
Where it is produced
The region of Chianti Hills is the main production area of this wine. This is one of the most popular and beloved areas in Tuscany and Italy, because of this unique wine and the amazing landscapes, foreign visitors have started buying houses or spending their holidays there, giving birth to the so-called Chiantishire.
"Colline del Chianti" , Chianti Hills is a hilly region located in the provinces of Florence and Siena including 8 municipalities, very famous for the production of Chianti Classico: Greve in Chianti, Barberino Val d'Elsa, Tavernelle Val di Pesa, San Casciano in Val di Pesa, Castellina in Chianti, Radda in Chianti, Gaiole in Chianti and Castelnuovo Berardenga.
Nevertheless, Chianti wine can be produced in other areas in the provinces of Arezzo, Pisa, Pistoia, and Prato as well. With the new laws, the Chianti denomination is usually accompanied by the name of one of the production areas: Colli Aretini, Colli Senesi, Colli Fiorentini, Colline Pisane, Montalbano, Rufina, Montespertoli.
History & how it is made
The origins of the name Chianti are unsure, but the good qualities of wine production in this area have been well known since the Etruscan or the Roman age. The first mention of Chianti wine dates back to the thirteenth century, and in the sixteenth century, thanks to Cosimo I de Medici, the first areas of Chianti production were detected. In 1800, Chianti got the DOC appellation, which was replaced by the prestigious DOCG appellation in 1967.
The grape varieties that are used for producing Chianti wine are Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Trebbiano, Malvasia Bianca, Sauvignon, and Merlot. The quantities can vary according to the different types of Chianti, but Sangiovese always represents the highest percentage, from 75 to 100%. Chianti must age for at least 11 months in oak barrels, while Chianti Riserva (the aged version, which is nobler and more refined) must age for at least 24 months, 3 of which in bottles.
Qualities & how it looks like
Chianti wine is ruby and bright red, with an intense wine aroma. The flavor is dry and smooth, with slight scents of tannins. Chianti, Chianti Classico, and Chianti Riserva have got unique and refined characteristics, thanks to the fertile production regions and accurate production techniques. In fact, the DOCG denomination strictly regulates the techniques of cultivation of the vineyards and the production of Chianti wine.
Qualities & how it looks like
Chianti wine is ruby and bright red, with an intense wine aroma. The flavor is dry and smooth, with slight scents of tannins. Chianti, Chianti Classico, and Chianti Riserva have got unique and refined characteristics, thanks to the fertile production regions and accurate production techniques. In fact, the DOCG denomination strictly regulates the techniques of cultivation of the vineyards and the production of Chianti wine.
The best way to taste it
If you want to enjoy a typical and traditional Tuscan dinner with grilled red meat, Florentine steak, braised or roasted meat, and aged cheeses, Chianti wine is the perfect wine to be served. The more structured and refined Chianti Riserva is best served with game and intense flavor meat.
The places where you can taste the best Chianti wine:
Barberino Val D'elsa, Castellina in Chianti, Castelnuovo Berardenga, Firenze, Gaiole in Chianti, Greve in Chianti, Radda in Chianti, San Casciano in Val di Pesa, Siena, Tavernelle Val di Pesa
Starting and ending points: Florence
Length: km 172
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Tour: Chianti, the world-renowned Italian wine produced in Tuscany
Category: Food & Wine
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Location: Countryside
Region: Tuscany , Italy
Area: Chianti
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