Sangiovese
san-joh-VAY-zay
Dry · Red
Tuscany's signature grape. High acid and firm tannin frame flavors of tart cherry and savory herbs. The sole grape of Brunello di Montalcino and the backbone of Chianti.
Globalplantings
67k
hectares · 2023
Topcountry
Italy
94% of global total
Countriesgrown
19
across 5 continents
KEY AROMAS
Where Sangiovese is grown
At the table
Sangiovese appears in two wine styles. These foods pair with those styles, grouped by which.