Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG is a high quality wine produced in the Tuscany region of Italy. The following are the main requirements that must be met for a wine to receive this classification:
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Geographical Area: The vines used to produce Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG must be planted in the Chianti Classico area.
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Grape variety: The wine must be made from at least 80% Sangiovese grapes and must contain up to 20% of other approved grape varieties, such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Canaiolo Nero.
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Vinification: The wine must be produced using traditional methods and must mature for at least two years in oak barrels, of which at least six months must be in new barrels.
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Alcohol percentage: The alcohol content of Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG must be between 12% and 14%.
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Acidity: The acidity of Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG must be at a sufficient level to ensure the balance and durability of the wine.
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Taste and aroma: The wine should have a clear taste of ripe fruit, flowers and spices, with a well-balanced acidity and tannins.
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Control: To obtain the Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG classification, the wine must meet a series of strict criteria that determine how it must be produced and must be approved by a technical committee.
These requirements ensure that the Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG wines are of high quality, with a characteristic taste and aroma unique to the area.
