Here is a small mystery.  We are all looking for something special when we choose Chianti.  Glamor, of course, a certain balance, not too sweet, not too dry, a certain bella figura, a little racy, a little exotic, not too crazy – - why am I recalling those freshman dorm room conversations about girls? We [...read more]

A few miles northeast of Florence, the Rufina district produces excellent Chianti.  Fattoria Selvapiana 2006 is a striking example.  Selvapiana is an ancient estate – once the summer resort of Florentine prelates.  In 1827, the Giuntini Selvapiana family bought the property.  They have stayed to make wine and olive oil for many generations. The 2006 [...read more]