About Il Grigio Chianti Classico Gran Selezione
- Style
- Red
- Grape Varieties
- Sangiovese, Abrusco, Pugnitello, Malvasia Nera, Ciliegiolo, Mazzese
- Price Range
- $42-50
- approx. ¥6,500-7,700; reference conversion from US retail
San Felice's top-tier Gran Selezione bottling of Il Grigio, sourced from the estate's most naturally gifted plots. Around 80% Sangiovese is complemented by a mix of ancient indigenous varieties (Abrusco, Pugnitello, Malvasia Nera, Ciliegiolo, Mazzese), aged in a combination of Slavonian oak casks and French tonneaux for added complexity while preserving terroir expression.
The indigenous-variety blend is what elevates this beyond a typical Gran Selezione — genuine Tuscan biodiversity in the glass.
New to wine?
More serious and structured than the Riserva — best approached after some Chianti Classico experience.
Food Pairings
Pairs with braised beef, porcini risotto, and aged hard cheeses.
When to drink it
Celebratory dinners, cellar-worthy gifts
Terroir & Winemaking
Aged in Slavonian oak ovals and 500-liter French tonneaux; represents the pinnacle non-single-vineyard tier of San Felice's Chianti Classico range.
About the producer
Agricola San FeliceChianti Classico pioneer of research and Sangiovese purity.Visit the producer page →More wines from Agricola San Felice
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How is Il Grigio Gran Selezione different from the Riserva?
- The Gran Selezione is sourced from the estate's most select plots and blended with rare indigenous varieties like Abrusco and Pugnitello alongside Sangiovese, aged longer for greater complexity.
- What indigenous grapes are used?
- Alongside roughly 80% Sangiovese, the blend includes Abrusco, Pugnitello, Malvasia Nera, Ciliegiolo, and Mazzese.
- What is the ideal serving temperature?
- Serve at around 16-18°C to fully appreciate its layered fruit and oak-derived spice notes.
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