What are the primary grape varieties in Colline Lucchesi?

The Rosso is 45-80% Sangiovese blended with Canaiolo, Ciliegiolo, Merlot and/or Syrah; the Bianco is 40-80% Trebbiano Toscano blended with Grechetto, Greco Bianco, Vermentino, Malvasia Bianca, Chardonnay and/or Sauvignon Blanc.

Is Colline Lucchesi part of the Chianti region?

No, Colline Lucchesi is a distinct DOC appellation located in the province of Lucca in northern Tuscany, separate from the Chianti production zones.

When was Colline Lucchesi DOC established?

The DOC was established in 1968 for red wine, making it one of Tuscany's earliest denominations; the Bianco (white) designation was recognized in 1985.

Appellation

Colline Lucchesi DOC

コッリーネ・ルッケージ DOC

Elegant, value-driven Tuscan wines from Lucca's historic hills.

Colline Lucchesi DOC is a wine appellation in the hills surrounding the historic city of Lucca in northern Tuscany, established in 1968 (with the Bianco recognized in 1985), making it one of the region's earliest DOCs. Vineyards sit in the foothills of the Apennines, benefiting from a microclimate shaped by both the mountains and the nearby Tyrrhenian Sea, with warm days and cool nights that support a long growing season. The Rosso is built on 45-80% Sangiovese blended with Canaiolo, Ciliegiolo, Merlot and/or Syrah, yielding a moderately tannic, ruby-to-garnet red with floral and fruity aromas. The Bianco is based on 40-80% Trebbiano Toscano with Grechetto, Greco Bianco, Vermentino, Malvasia Bianca, Chardonnay and/or Sauvignon Blanc, producing a straw-yellow, dry and harmonious white. Still relatively little-known outside Italy, Colline Lucchesi offers excellent value alongside more famous Tuscan appellations.

Best for: Wine lovers seeking refined, terroir-driven Tuscan wines beyond the famous Chianti Classico, at accessible prices.

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Producers

テヌータ・ディ・ヴァルジャーノ
Tenuta di Valgiano
Overlooking the city of Lucca in northern Tuscany, Tenuta di Valgiano is one of Italy's pioneering biodynamic estates. Purchased in 1993 by Moreno Petrini and Laura Di Collobiano and shaped by the expertise of winemaker Saverio Petrilli, the property spans roughly 55 hectares, with 16 hectares under vine surrounded by protected forestland. Certified organic since the mid-1990s and biodynamic (Demeter) since the early 2000s, the estate dry-farms Sangiovese, Merlot, Syrah, Ciliegiolo, Canaiolo, Trebbiano and Malvasia to produce elegant, terroir-driven wines within the Colline Lucchesi appellation.
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Food Pairings

The Rosso pairs well with roasted meats, game, pasta with meat sauce, and grilled vegetables; the Bianco suits seafood and local Lucchese specialties like Tordelli lucchesi (meat-filled pasta).

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the primary grape varieties in Colline Lucchesi?: The Rosso is 45-80% Sangiovese blended with Canaiolo, Ciliegiolo, Merlot and/or Syrah; the Bianco is 40-80% Trebbiano Toscano blended with Grechetto, Greco Bianco, Vermentino, Malvasia Bianca, Chardonnay and/or Sauvignon Blanc.
Is Colline Lucchesi part of the Chianti region?: No, Colline Lucchesi is a distinct DOC appellation located in the province of Lucca in northern Tuscany, separate from the Chianti production zones.
When was Colline Lucchesi DOC established?: The DOC was established in 1968 for red wine, making it one of Tuscany's earliest denominations; the Bianco (white) designation was recognized in 1985.

Colline Lucchesi DOC

Producers

Tenuta di Valgiano

Food Pairings

Frequently Asked Questions