Sangiovese

Sangiovese is Italy’s most important red grape variety and one of the most defining of the Italian wine landscape. Its origins likely date back to Etruscan times. For centuries, Sangiovese has been rooted in Tuscany, where it shapes renowned wine regions such as the Chianti area around Siena and Florence – forming the basis of world-famous wines. Today, the variety is widespread far beyond Tuscany across many regions of central and southern Italy, including Romagna, Umbria and Le Marche, and appears under different names and expressions depending on its origin, such as Brunello, Prugnolo Gentile or Morellino.The grape shows remarkable adaptability while being highly sensitive to site and climate. Even small differences in soil, altitude or microclimate, as well as berry and clonal variations, result in distinctly different wine styles. Aromatically, it is dominated by juicy cherries, red berries and plums, complemented by violets, herbs and subtle spice, often developing earthy notes with age. It is also characterised by vibrant acidity and firm, fine-grained tannins, giving the wines structure, freshness and excellent ageing potential.