Tuscany is one of the most extensive regions in Italy. There are several mountainous areas, it is true, but the vast majority of its surface is made up of hills. And on these hills, vines have always found ample space. Among the many grown grape varieties, there is one that has taken centre stage: we are talking about Sangiovese, of course.
Its origins are uncertain: its cradle should be sought in the Tuscan-Romagna Apennines, from which it would then “descend” to spread first in the two regions and then in the rest of Central Italy. But recent studies link it genetically to the varieties of the South, placing its roots in the genetic mare magnum of Calabrian grapes. Currently, of the approximately 60,000 hectares of Tuscan vineyards, a good 38,000 are cultivated with Sangiovese. Moreover, it is the central grape of some of the region's most important appellations: Brunello di Montalcino, Nobile di Montepulciano, Morellino di Scansano, Chianti, Chianti Classico, to name but a few.
The Chianti Classico wines with the best value for money for the Berebene 2024 guide
Here we focus precisely on the Chiajn appellation, which is experiencing a moment of grace like few other Italian wine areas. What's more, with the latest changes to the specification regarding the introduction of UGAs (additional geographical union), work is underway to connote wines with a precise territorial anchor, a project that can only do good for such a successful appellation. In the small list below are the Chianti Classico wines available in wine shops or online for less than 20 euro, reviewed in the Gambero Rosso Berebene 2024 guide with a score of 90/100 or more.
- Chianti Cl. 2021 - Buondonno Casavecchia alla Piazza
- Chianti Cl. 2020 - Pomena
- Chianti Cl. 2021 - Castello di Radda
- Chianti Cl. 2021 - Tenuta di Lilliano
- Chianti Cl. 2021 - L'Erta di Radda
- Chianti Cl. Riserva Ducale 2020 - Ruffino
- Chianti Cl. Tenuta S. Alfonso 2021 - Rocca delle Macìe
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