Sangiovese

About this grape variety

Italy's most planted red grape and the heart of Tuscany — Sangiovese is the only grape in Brunello di Montalcino, dominant in Chianti Classico (where it must be at least 80%) and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. The wines show signature high acidity, firm tannin, sour-cherry and tomato-leaf aromatics, and excellent ageing potential. Sangiovese is a clonal-diverse grape; the Brunello clone (Sangiovese Grosso) produces some of Italy's most age-worthy reds.

Frequently asked questions

How many Sangiovese wines can I compare on Wine Radar?

Wine Radar compares prices for wines made from Sangiovese across Portuguese online retailers — 98 in the catalogue.

Which regions produce Sangiovese wines?

Sangiovese wines on Wine Radar come mainly from Tuscany, Alentejo, Península de Setúbal, Beira Interior, Tejo.

What is Sangiovese?

Italy's most planted red grape and the heart of Tuscany — Sangiovese is the only grape in Brunello di Montalcino, dominant in Chianti Classico (where it must be at least 80%) and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. The wines show signature high acidity, firm tannin, sour-cherry and tomato-leaf aromatics, and excellent…