Donna Flavia
ドンナ・フラヴィア
Cappella Sant'Andrea
Ciliegiolo · Sangiovese · Colorino
About this wine
A Toscana IGT named after winemaker Flavia Del Seta, built around the native Ciliegiolo grape (85%), traditionally used to soften Sangiovese but given the lead role here, blended with Sangiovese (10%) and Colorino (5%). The fruit comes from a single, south-west-facing vineyard of 38-year-old organically farmed vines. A fruit-forward, distinctly cherry-scented, feminine style of red.
Soft, fruity and low on tannin — an easy, crowd-pleasing red for those new to Tuscan wine.
Sommelier's Note
"Ciliegiolo rarely gets to lead — here it does, and the result is one of the most purely pleasurable, cherry-drenched reds in San Gimignano."
Food Pairings
Its bright, cherry-driven fruit makes it a natural partner for charcuterie, duck, and lighter braised dishes; serve slightly chilled in summer.
When to drink it
Summer lunches, charcuterie boards, light-hearted gatherings with friends
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Ciliegiolo, Sangiovese, Colorino
- Style
- Red
- Alcohol
- 13%
- Price Range
- €22-26
Terroir & Winemaking
85% Ciliegiolo, 10% Sangiovese, 5% Colorino from a single south-west-facing vineyard of 38-year-old organically farmed vines. Toscana IGT. ABV approx. 13-13.5%.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Donna Flavia taste like?
- Fruit-forward and distinctly cherry-scented, with soft tannins and a fresh, feminine, approachable character.
- What makes Donna Flavia different from Arciduca?
- While Arciduca is a pure Sangiovese Chianti, Donna Flavia is led by Ciliegiolo (85%), a grape usually used only to soften Sangiovese blends — giving it a rounder, more overtly fruity, lower-tannin profile.
- What food pairs well with Donna Flavia?
- Charcuterie, duck, and lighter braised dishes; it can also be served slightly chilled, making it versatile in warmer months.
- Who is Donna Flavia named after?
- It is named after Flavia Del Seta, who runs the estate together with her winemaker husband Francesco Galgani.
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