By Malvina Demaj Last Updated: Mar 9, 2026

Sangiovese

(san-juh-vay-zee)
DEFINITION

Sangiovese

Sangiovese is Italy’s most widely planted red grape, the backbone of Tuscan wines like Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino. It is a high yielding and late ripening dark grape varietal, characterized by its tart red cherry, plum, strawberry, herbaceous and earthy notes. Its wines are high in acidity, displaying moderate to high tannins which make them age exceptionally. Sangiovese is very versatile, ranging from light and fruity to complex and full bodied wines.

Did you know? According to legend, monks in Santarccangelo di Romagna named it "Blood of Jupiter" to honor the Roman god of the sky.

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