Sangiovese

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Sangiovese is a red Italian wine grape variety that derives its name from the Latin sanguis Jovis, "blood of Jupiter". Sangiovese Grosso, used for traditionally powerful and slow maturing red wines, is primarily grown in the central regions of Italy, particularly in Tuscany, where it is the dominant grape variety. Here, Sangiovese thrives in various subregions, including Chianti, Montalcino, and Montepulciano, whose diverse terroirs winemakers put to good use to craft wines that reflect the land's unique nuances. Sangiovese is one of Italy's most popular grape varieties, in part due to its supposed ability to retain flavour and age well. Sangiovese is the singular or primary grape variety used in iconic Italian wines from Tuscany such as the Brunello di Montalcino, the Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, the Morellino di Scansano, the Carmignano and the Chianti Classico. Sangiovese is also cultivated in other parts of central Italy, such as Umbria and Marche, where it is sometimes blended for...

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