Chianti
Around cities of Florence
and Sienna in Tuscany is the Chianti region. It is broken up into seven
subdivisions: the most famous region is called Chianti Classico, and
close on its heels, Chianti Ruffina; then Chianti Montalbano, Chianti
Colli Fiorentini, Chianti Colli Senesi, Chianti Colline Pisane, and
Chianti Colli Arezzo.
Chianti is probably the most
well known Italian wine. The dominant grape in Chianti is Sangiovese,
but it may also contain Cabernet Sauvignon and other grapes. The Chianti
wines labeled ''Riserva'' must be aged at least three years and are
often fine wines that rank among the best red wines of Italy. Chianti
is a perfect red wine to accompany most Italian cuisine, with hints
of floral complexity in the bouquet, firmly structured medium-bodied
flavors and balancing acidity.
