Chianti
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Chianti is a sub-region within Tuscany, Italy renowned for its Sangiovese. The auction database contains 237 lots, averaging $55 per bottle and ranging $1–$615. The median auction vintage is 2011. The top wines at auction include Frescobaldi, Chianti, Rufina Nipozzano Riserva, Frescobaldi, Chianti, Rufina Montesodi Castello di Nipozzano Riserva, Sotheby's (Castello di Nipozzano), Rufina Riserva, Chianti, Fattoria Selvapiana, Chianti, Rufina Bucerchiale Riserva, Frescobaldi, Chianti, Castiglioni, while leading producers include Frescobaldi, Fattoria Selvapiana, Sotheby's (Castello di Nipozzano), Ruffino. The Chianti sub-region is recognized for its distinctive terroir that produces wines of consistent character and quality. Collectors are drawn to the combination of geographical specificity, the quality of individual producers, and the historical significance of the sub-region's wines in the context of Tuscany. Auction activity reflects sustained international demand for the region's finest bottles, with the best examples demonstrating clear aging potential and site expression.
In the Glass
Chianti produces Sangiovese of distinct regional character: the local soils and microclimate combine to create wines with dark fruit depth and structured tannin, reflecting the terroir of Tuscany. Top bottlings age well and reward patience from serious collectors.
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Rufina7 wines
| Wine | Avg Price | Lots Sold |
|---|---|---|
| Frescobaldi Nipozzano RiservaRufina | $40 | 56 |
| Frescobaldi Montesodi Castello di Nipozzano RiservaRufina | $70 | 22 |
| Sotheby's (Castello di Nipozzano) RiservaRufina | $56 | 20 |
| Fattoria Selvapiana Bucerchiale RiservaRufina | $60 | 15 |
| Spalletti Reale RiservaRufina | $50 | 10 |
| Basciano Basciano, Chianti, RufinaRufina | $157 | 7 |
| Grignano Poggio Gualtieri RiservaRufina | $39 | 6 |
Colli Senesi2 wines
| Wine | Avg Price | Lots Sold |
|---|---|---|
| Montenidoli Il GarruloColli Senesi | $248 | 8 |
| Torre Alle Tolfe RiservaColli Senesi | $23 | 6 |
Other
| Wine | Avg Price | Lots Sold |
|---|---|---|
| Frescobaldi Castiglioni | $50 | 13 |
| Barone Ricasoli Barone Ricasoli, Chianti | $16 | 9 |
| Ruffino Ruffino, Chianti | $27 | 8 |
| Collezione di Paolo Collezione di Paolo, Chianti | $3 | 8 |
| Castello di Gabbiano Castello di Gabbiano, Chianti | $9 | 5 |
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