Wines made from Sangiovese grapes of Basilicata
Discover the best wines made with Sangiovese as a single variety or as a blend of Basilicata.
Firm, upright reds with precise acidity and angular tannins, showing aromas of sour cherry, plum, dried herbs, leather, black tea and balsamic notes. Characteristically bitter, savoury finish. Star of Chianti Classico DOCG, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG and Morellino di Scansano. Italy's most planted variety, a descendant of Ciliegiolo × Calabrese di Montenuovo.
Austere region of southern Italy between Campania and Apulia, kingdom of volcanic Aglianico. Aglianico del Vulture signature DOCG on volcanic soils (~1,500 ha at 700 m): powerful, structured reds with signature notes of black cherry, blackberry, tobacco, leather, liquorice and a smoky mineral touch, firm tannins and long ageing — compared to Nebbiolo and Barolo. Also sun-drenched Primitivo, round Montepulciano. Fresh Greco and Fiano whites.