# Gancia Chianti DOCG (2020)

- **Producer:** Fratelli Gancia & C. SpA
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Sangiovese
- **Region:** Toscana, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €10
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** cherry, redcurrant, herbaceous, fennel, vanilla, smoke, charred wood, leather, tobacco, tar, cinnamon

## About this wine

Founded in 1850 by Carlo Gancia, Fratelli Gancia is a historic Italian winery renowned for pioneering Italian sparkling wine. While based in Piedmont, Gancia extends its expertise to traditional still wines from iconic Italian regions. This Chianti DOCG hails from Tuscany, offering an authentic expression of the Sangiovese grape. It represents Gancia's commitment to bringing over 170 years of winemaking heritage to classic Italian terroirs, providing an accessible and vibrant Tuscan red.

## Interesting facts

- Gancia is credited as the pioneer of Italian sparkling wine (Spumante).
- The producer's historic cellars are recognized as UNESCO World Heritage sites.
- Chianti DOCG regulations mandate a minimum of 70% Sangiovese.

## Food pairing

This Chianti DOCG's vibrant acidity, medium tannins, and savory notes make it a versatile food wine. Its structure and cherry fruit profile complement the richness of roasted meats and classic Italian red-sauce dishes. The wine's savory elements, like balsamic and earthy notes, also pair well with aged cheeses.

## Wine making process

Grapes for this Chianti DOCG are sourced from vineyards in the western part of the Chianti zone, situated on sunny slopes with clay and limestone soils. Harvested at full physiological ripeness, the grapes undergo fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with traditional skin maceration. Following pressing, the wine is aged in stainless steel tanks, with a brief period of oak contact, designed to preserve the fresh fruit character and supple structure.