/kjˈantɪ klˈas͡siko/
- Toscana
- Vineyard Area: N/A
- Year Appellation Started: 1996
- Appellation Last modified: 2013
- Red Grapes: Abrusco, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Canaiolo, Ciliegiolo, Colorino, Â Malvasia Nera di Brindisi, Malvasia Nera di Lecce, Mammolo, Merlot, Sangiovese, Syrah, Tempranillo, Teroldego, Vermentino Nero
- White Grapes: Ansonica, Grechetto, Trebbiano Toscano
- Rosso (Red)
- Still Wine: minimum 80% Sangiovese + maximum 20% other red grape varieties. Min 12 months of ageing, 24 months for Riserva and 30 months for Gran Selezione.
- Total Production: 258.575 Hectolitres
- Red Wine: 100%
- Bottles of Chianti Classico feature the iconic “Gallo Nero” (Black Rooster) symbol, which has been a historic emblem of the region since the 1920s and signifies authenticity and quality.
- Introduced in 2014, Gran Selezione is the highest quality tier within Chianti Classico DOCG. These wines are made from the estate’s best grapes and are subject to stricter aging and production requirements, ensuring exceptional quality.