Wines made from Sangiovese grapes of Venezia Giulia
Discover the best wines made with Sangiovese as a single variety or as a blend of Venezia Giulia.
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.
IGT covering all of Friuli-Venezia Giulia between the Alps and the Adriatic, a showcase of the great Italian whites. Signature Pinot Grigio, exported worldwide: fresh, precise whites with citrus, pear, white flowers, almond and a saline touch, a light and thirst-quenching palate. Also Friulano (Tocai) with green almond flavour, lively Sauvignon, broad Chardonnay, mineral Pinot Bianco. Supple reds: round Merlot, peppery Cabernet Franc, fine Pinot Nero.