Sangiovese is the main grape in many Italian wines.
It mainly grows in Toscana, Umbria, and Emilia Romagna.
Primary flavors are Wild Berries, with hints of Herbs (Oregano), Flowers (Violets), Spices.
Red Cherry |
Strawberry |
Raspberry |
Cranberry |
Herbs |
Violets |
Spices |
Tea Leaves |
Vanilla |
Coffee |
Cinnamon |
Tobacco |
BODY: | Medium |
TANNINS: | Medium |
FRUIT: | Medium |
ACIDITY: | Medium - High |
ALCOHOL: | 13%-14% ABV |
Serving temperatures: 14-15°C (57-59°F) Riserva 16-17°C (61°/63°F) |
Sangiovese pairs well with both Italian and International food.
It loves Rich Pasta Dishes, Tomato Sauces, Stews and Mushroom Sauces.
Pasta |
Risotto |
Ham |
Salumi |
Pizza |
Hamburger |
Chicken |
Turkey |
Sausages |
Rabbit |
Pork |
Wild Boar |
Lamb |
Veal |
Game |
Beef |
Grilled Vegetables.
Cured Meat. Prosciutto. Salami.
Tomato Sauce. Meat Sauce.
Truffle Sauce. Mushroom Sauce.
Rich Pasta. Rich Risotto. Pasta Cabonara.
Pasta Arrabbiata. Pasta with Truffles.
Rich Pizza. Pizza Picante. Lasagna.
Poultry. Rich Chicken. Turkey. Rabbit.
Hamburger. Sausages. Veal.
Stew. Wild Boar Stew. Ox Tail Stew.
Pork (Herb Grilled).
Lamb. Lamb Chops with Rosemary).
Red Meat. Braises. Roast Beef. Game.
Ribollita (Hearthy Soup).
Bistecca Fiorentina (Florentine Steak).
Risotto (with Meat or Mushroom Sauce).
Polenta with Black Truffle.
Grilled Portobello Mushrooms.
The Bordeaux Glass was designed for enjoying fuller-bodied, tannic red wines. They are taller than other red wine glasses, and has a slimmer bowl. The tall size allows the bouquet of the wine to develop, smooth out rough edges, play down tannins, and allow the wine to achieve balance. The slimmer bowl directs the wine to the back of your mouth for a maximum taste. |
Sangiovese is the most cultivated red grape in Italy where it is planted from North to South, but it iss best expressed is in the region of Toscana.
Sangiovese is thin-skinned. The name translates to Blood of Jupiter". The color of the wine is light red.
Sangiovese wine has high acidity, smooth tannins, medium body and medium alcohol.
Red Cherries and Wild Berries are typical Sangiovese flavors, with hints of Flowers (Violets), Licorice, Spices, Tea, and Minerals. With aging, Darker Berries, Sweeter Cherry, Plum, and more Herbal flavors are developed.
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