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Terre Forti Chianti DOCG wine — Caviro winery — Dionysus
RedChiantiDOCG

Terre Forti Chianti DOCG

by Caviro · Emilia Romagna, Italy

AppellationChiantiDOCG
TypeRed
GrapesSangiovese, Merlot
Alcohol12.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at14–16 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
CaviroEmilia Romagna, Italy

About this wine

Grapes

Sangiovese forms the majority of the blend, with a small proportion of Merlot.

Tasting profile

Well structured and juicy, with bright fruit and berry notes on both the nose and palate.

Serving and pairing

Pairs with white and red meats, cured meats, pasta and cheese.

Label / history

Terre Forti belongs to Caviro, which was founded in 1966 as a cooperative of independent wine producers. Caviro now brings together 34 independent wineries and more than 13,000 vineyards. It produces an average of around 500 million litres annually, of which more than 200 million litres are exported.