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Beyond Chianti: Uncovering the Versatility of Sangiovese Wine 🍷

Sangiovese. The very name conjures up images of Tuscan hillsides and rustic Italian feasts. But did you know that this noble grape, while deeply rooted in Italy, is a true chameleon of the wine world, capable of producing an astonishing array of styles and flavours?

A Grape of Many Faces:

Sangiovese is renowned for its adaptability, expressing itself differently depending on where it's grown and how it's vinified. From the bright cherry notes of a youthful Chianti to the complex leather and tobacco aromas of an aged Brunello di Montalcino, Sangiovese never ceases to surprise and delight.

A Journey Through Italian Terroir:

While Sangiovese thrives in Tuscany, its reach extends across Italy. Each region imparts its unique character to the grape, resulting in wines of remarkable diversity.

Tuscany:
Explore the heartland of Sangiovese, from the elegant Chianti Classico to the powerful Brunello di Montalcino and the rustic charm of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.
Emilia-Romagna:
Discover the vibrant Sangiovese di Romagna, known for its juicy fruit and food-friendly acidity.
Umbria:
Experience the delicate floral notes and bright cherry flavours of Sangiovese from Montefalco.

Flavours to Suit Every Palate:

Sangiovese wines can range from light and fruity to intensely structured and age-worthy. Expect a captivating interplay of flavours, from vibrant red cherry and ripe plum to earthy notes of leather, tobacco, and spice.

Embark on a Sangiovese Adventure:

Explore our curated collection and experience Sangiovese wine's versatility and captivating flavours.

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Red 13.5

Villa Saletta, Chianti Superiore 2018 75cl £25.58

A vibrant Chianti Superiore bursting with red fruit, floral notes and a savoury finish, smooth and well balanced

Red 13.5

Bonacchi, Chianti Classico 2023 75cl £16.04

Easy drinking style of Chianti with aromas of red cherry balanced with fresh and savoury flavours

Red 12.5

Castellani Chianti Classico DOCG 2021 75cl £15.12

Fruity fragrance, hints of violet, cherry and wild red berries A full-bodied archetypical Chianti Vivacious ruby red colour tending to garnet with ageing Bouquet of intensity, fruit with a violets and a slight hint of cherries Dry, balanced and sapid, lightly tannic which turns into velvety softness

Red 15

Badia a Coltibuono, 'Cultus', Chianti Classico Riserva 2019 75cl £33.80

A modern expression of Chianti showing elegant layers of balsamic notes, cherry, liquorice and chocolate with great harmony between its full texture and a lifted finish

Red 13.5

Frescobaldi Perano Chianti Classico 2022 75cl £21.36

Beautiful, bright ruby-red colour, simultaneously elegant and rich in depth a distinctive sour cherry fragrance Red and black berries are accompanied by floral notes such as sweet violet and asubtle, delicate spice Finally, splendid freshness Harmonic, dry, pleasant and with good tannins that improve over time, the wine finishes like velvet

Red 13.5

Carpineto, Chianti Classico 2022 75cl £20.14

A traditional Chianti with flavours of chocolate and sour red cherry, delicate and slightly savoury

Red 13

Bonacchi, Chianti Riserva 2020 75cl £14.18

A traditional Chianti showing cherry fruit and notes of game and leather through to a dry finish

Red 13.5

Castello Vicchiomaggio 'San Jacopo', Chianti Classico 2023 37.5cl £11.12

Smooth and elegant, a lovely and savoury expression of Chianti with red cherry and strawberry fruits through to a silky finish

Red 13.5

Castello Vicchiomaggio 'San Jacopo', Chianti Classico 2023 75cl £20.30

Smooth and elegant, a lovely and savoury expression of Chianti with red cherry and strawberry fruits through to a silky finish

Red 14

Castello Vicchiomaggio, La Prima, Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2021 75cl £49.16

Full, velvety and complex showing ripe red plum and oak cedar notes, sublimely smooth and silky, elegant and refined

Red 13.5

Roccafiore, Il Roccafiore, Umbria, Sangiovese 2020 75cl £21.78

An elegant and refined Sangiovese brimming with ripe plum, red berried fruit and overtones of liquorice and tobacco

Red 13.5

Pizzini Wines Nonna Gisella Sangiovese 2023 75cl £14.40

Initally the nose shows fresh cherry and dried herbs As the wine opens up in the glass we see blood plums anddark chocolate, synonymous with this wine This easy drinking Sangiovese has it all; earthiness, spiced plums, cherries, chocolate and dried Italian herbs The savoury finish is met with soft and well-balanced acidity

Red 14

Frescobaldi Montesodi Chianti Rufina Riserva 2021 75cl £45.04

A singular, exceptional plot at 400 metres elevation on the Castello Nipozzano estate, Montesodi became the first Chianti Rufina 'Cru' in 1974 The wine has a beautifully clear ruby-red colour, and a bouquet redolent of cherries and strawberries, with rosehip, violet, clove and black pepper, and a mellow mature character The elegance and silky-smooth quality of the tannins on the palate is absolutely incredible, and the finish is long and persistent This may be enjoyed immediately and over a decade or longer After painstaking work carried out in the Montesodi vineyard, Sangiovese grapes are hand-harvested into 15 kg crates, and then carefully selected, berry by berry for the most perfectly ripe fruit There is a traditional ageing process - first in large (30 hectolitre) Austrian and French oak barrels, and then in bottle

White 15.5

Bonacchi, Vin Santo del Chianti 2016 50cl £22.63

A traditional Tuscan sweet wine with honied aromas of peach, caramelised oranges and caramel

White 16

Carpineto 'Farnito', Vinsanto del Chianti 2006 50cl £47.27

A complex dessert wine with an intense flavour of toffee apple and creme , beautifully elegant

Rose 12.5

Umberto Cesari, 'Costa di Rose', Rubicone, Sangiovese 2023 75cl £23.35

A delicate antique-pink rose with fragrant notes of violet, wild strawberry and pomegranate Crisp and refreshing with a classic Sangiovese touch of dried plum on the finish