Wines made from Sangiovese grapes of Cilento
Discover the best wines made with Sangiovese as a single variety or as a blend of Cilento.
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.
Campanian DOC south of Salerno (Cilento Natural Park, 59 communes), Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. Aglianico is the signature red (60–75% of the Rosso): dense and complex with black cherry, blackberry, plum, leather, tobacco and balsamic notes, firm tannins — blended with Piedirosso and Primitivo. Fiano ("Santa Sofia") is the signature white (60–65%): vibrant and mineral with citrus, pear, white flowers and a smoky hint. Greco and Trebbiano complement.