Chianti Subzones

Question 1

Chianti Rufina

Answer 1

Considered one of the top subzones

Furthest from the coast, higher elevation, cooler climate with high diurnal shift

Question 2

Chianti colli senesi

Answer 2

Also noteworthy subzone
Takes name from location on hills around Siena
Close to brunello so should have some good quality, riper
Variety in elevation and soils
Not much oak typically

Question 3

Chianti Classico

Answer 3

Boundaries originally established in 1800s, but enlarged in 1930s
Thigher elevation than Chianti