Sangiovese
Britishnoun
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a black grape grown in the Tuscany region of Italy, used for making Chianti and other wines
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a red wine made from this grape
Example Sentences
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Chianti wines largely comprise a grape called Sangiovese.
From Salon ● Sep. 4, 2022
A recent winner of the 2021 Texas Vintners Cup competition, this Sangiovese has bright cherry aromas balanced by heady notes of leather and anise.
From Fox News ● Dec. 13, 2021
Waterbrook Winery 2016 Sangiovese Rosé, Columbia Valley, $12: Aromas of watermelon, pink grapefruit and juicy pear lead to bright flavors of raspberry, cherry, fresh apple and a long finish.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 9, 2018
Please share the name of your favorite Sangiovese!
From New York Times ● Jan. 12, 2017
This “Eighth Cuvée” is 46% Zinfandel with 40% Grenache and small amounts of Alicante, Petite Sirah and Sangiovese.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2015
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