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Vin rougeTuscany, Italy

Sangiovese

Aussi connu sous le nom de: Brunello, Morellino, Nielluccio

The blood of Jupiter - Tuscany's most important grape and the soul of Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino. Its high acidity and firm tannins make it a perfect food wine.

CorpsMedium
AciditéHigh
TaninsMedium
DouceurDry
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Sangiovese means 'Blood of Jove (Jupiter)' and has over 100 synonyms across Italy.

👃 Notes de dégustation

Saveurs principales

CherryPlumTomato

Saveurs secondaires

Dried herbsBalsamicLeatherTea

Arômes

VioletRoseOreganoSmoke

🌍 Régions viticoles célèbres

Montalcino

Italy
Age-worthy masterpieces

Home to Brunello, Italy's most prestigious Sangiovese

Chianti Classico

Italy
Food-friendly elegance

Historic heart of Chianti production

Montepulciano

Italy
Historic nobility

Vino Nobile, elegant and refined

Morellino di Scansano

Italy
Approachable value

Coastal Maremma region, softer style

🍽️ Accords mets parfaits

Pizza Margherita
Bistecca alla fiorentina
Pasta with tomato sauce
Pecorino
Grilled vegetables

🌡️ Guide de service

Température

16-18°C (61-65°F)

Type de verre

Medium-sized Bordeaux

Carafer

1 hour for Chianti, 2-3 hours for Brunello

Potentiel de vieillissement

5-30+ years for Brunello

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