The terms Chianti and Chianti Classico are often mixed up, confused or used incorrectly. This not only leads to confusion, but sometimes also to incorrect information. However, the difference is not that difficult to understand - all it takes is a few details.

Wine is not just a drink, but also a passion, tradition and culture whose roots go back deep into human history. Wine is usually made from grapes that are suitable for the production of either white wine or red wine.

The Sangiovese grape variety is one of the most frequently cultivated grape varieties in Italy and means something like "Jupiter's blood". And there are many synonyms such as Sangioveto, Sangiovese Grosso, Brunello, Prugnolo Gentile, Montepulciano, Morellino and many more. 

If you are interested in wine in Panzano in Chianti, you cannot miss the "Unione Viticoltori di Panzano". This is the association of winegrowers from Panzano, which organizes the annual "Vino al Vino" wine festival in the piazza of Panzano in Chianti, which is known far beyond the borders of the region.