Chianti Classico: the best pairings

The article connects Chianti Classico with traditional Tuscan foods, including unsalted bread, cured meats, aged pecorino, extra-virgin olive oil, bread-based dishes, Chianina beef and Cinta Senese pork.

Tenuta Perano's Chianti Classico, Riserva and Gran Selezione originate in a natural amphitheatre at Gaiole in Chianti. The vineyards stand on steep marl-and-limestone slopes, receive abundant sunlight and are regularly exposed to wind. These conditions support Sangiovese expressions marked by fruit, floral and spice characters, acidity and tannin. Suggested pairings include grilled red meat, aged cheeses and cured meats, while the fuller Rialzi is also associated with braised meat and game.