Grape Variety Sangiovese
Sangiovese originates from Tuscany and is the defining grape behind Chianti and Brunello. Typical aromas are red currant, sour cherry, plum, dried herbs, tomato leaf, and a hint of leather. On the palate, Sangiovese is medium-bodied with lively, often sweet-sour tension, fine-grained tannins, and clear, supporting acidity. In stainless steel tanks, it shows precise fruit and spice; short to medium oak aging adds subtle notes of vanilla, cedarwood, and more depth without masking the freshness. In Stellenbosch, Sangiovese combines ripe red fruit with granitic minerality and very good balance. Culinary-wise, it pairs versatilely with Italian cuisine, such as tomato pasta, pizza, Bistecca alla Fiorentina, Porchetta, mushroom risotto, and aged Pecorino.
