Definition

Noun 1. A type of dry red wine: Chianti is a specific category of Italian red wine, known for being dry (not sweet) and primarily made from Sangiovese grapes. It is produced in a defined region of Tuscany, Italy.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • We ordered a bottle of Chianti to pair with our pasta.
  • This Chianti has notes of cherry and herbs.
  • The region is famous for producing high-quality Chianti.

Advanced Usage

• "Chianti Classico": A higher-quality designation for Chianti produced in the historic, central part of the Chianti region. It often has stricter production rules and is marked by a black rooster (Gallo Nero) symbol on the bottle neck.
  • For a special occasion, we chose a Chianti Classico Riserva.
• "Chianti Riserva": Indicates a Chianti that has been aged for a longer minimum period before release, resulting in a more complex and developed wine.
  • The Riserva had spent three years in oak barrels.

Variants and Related Words

• Chianti Classico (n): A specific, historically defined sub-zone within the Chianti region known for premium wines.
• Chianti Rufina (n): Another esteemed sub-zone of the Chianti region.
• Sangiovese (n): The primary red grape variety used in making Chianti wine.

Synonyms

• Red wine: The general category.
• Italian red: A broader descriptor.
• Tuscan wine: Wine from the Tuscany region, which includes Chianti.

Noun

1. dry red Italian table wine from the Chianti region of Tuscany