About Chianti Classico
- Style
- Red
- Grape Varieties
- Sangiovese, Colorino
- Price Range
- $13-20
- Alcohol
- 13%
Castello di Gabbiano's entry-level Chianti Classico DOCG, made from roughly 90% Sangiovese with a small addition of Colorino, sourced from the estate's vineyards around San Casciano in Val di Pesa. Fermented and aged briefly in stainless steel and large oak casks to preserve fresh red-fruit character, it offers the classic tension of Sangiovese acidity against ripe cherry and plum fruit.
The house style in miniature — Gabbiano's annata Chianti Classico proves you don't need Riserva aging to taste real Sangiovese character.
New to wine?
An easy, food-friendly introduction to Chianti Classico's bright acidity and cherry fruit.
Food Pairings
A versatile match for tomato-based pasta, Tuscan-style roast pork with garlic and fennel, and grilled sausages; also pairs well with semi-hard cheeses like pecorino.
When to drink it
Weeknight pasta dinners, casual gatherings, pizza night
Terroir & Winemaking
Fermented in stainless steel with maceration on the skins for extraction, then aged briefly in a mix of stainless steel and large Slavonian oak casks before bottling; no significant new-oak influence.
About the producer
Castello di GabbianoHistoric Chianti Classico castle, Sangiovese vines since 1480Visit the producer page →More wines from Castello di Gabbiano
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What food pairs best with Castello di Gabbiano Chianti Classico?
- Its bright acidity and cherry fruit make it a natural match for tomato-based pasta, grilled sausages, and Tuscan roast pork with garlic and fennel.
- Is this wine a Riserva?
- No — this is the estate's entry-level "annata" Chianti Classico DOCG, released younger and fresher than the Riserva or Gran Selezione tiers.
- What grape varieties are used?
- Predominantly Sangiovese (around 90%), with a small portion of Colorino added for color and structure.
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