Wines made from Sangiovese grapes of British Columbia
Discover the best wines made with Sangiovese as a single variety or as a blend of British Columbia.
More informations about the variety Sangiovese
Originally from Italy, it is the famous Sangiovese of Tuscany producing the famous wines of Brunello de Montalcino and Chianti. This variety is registered in the Official Catalogue of Wine Grape Varieties, list A1. According to recent genetic analysis, it is the result of a natural cross between the almost unknown Calabrese di Montenuovo (mother) and Ciliegiolo (father).
More informations about the region of British Columbia
British Columbia is Canada's westernmost province, located on the edge of the Pacific Ocean. The diversity of landscapes here – from rainy islands to desert-like valley floors – means that a wide variety of Grapes are planted here. They include Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Riesling, as well as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. While volumes are lower than those of the province of Ontario, British Columbia is home to a rapidly growing wine industry.
What are the typical flavors of the Sangiovese grape variety?
- Tree fruitPresent in 1% of Sangiovese
- SpicesPresent in 1% of Sangiovese
- Red fruitPresent in 1% of Sangiovese
- Black fruitPresent in 1% of Sangiovese