Wines made from Sangiovese grapes of Valtenesi
Discover the best wines made with Sangiovese as a single variety or as a blend of Valtenesi.
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.
Lombardy DOC on the south-western shore of Lake Garda (Brescia province), glacial morainic hills less than 2 km from the lake, temperate Mediterranean climate, mild winters and breezy summers. Chiaretto Valtenesi is the signature rosé (≥50% Groppello): pale and floral with strawberry, raspberry, citrus, rose and spiced notes, lively acidity — aperitif of the Garda. Exclusive indigenous Groppello (thin skin) as fresh fruity red. Marzemino, Barbera, Sangiovese and Rebo as complements.