Chianti
/kɪˈanti
/noun (plural Chiantis) [mass noun]
A dry red Italian wine produced in Tuscany.In general, red and white wines keep for two to three days, although Rieslings, Sauvignon Blancs, some Chiantis, and Cabernet Sauvignons hold up to a week....
- Italian Chianti's are made with sangiovese grapes, and French Chablis are made from Chardonnay grapes.
- During his stay at an Italian hospital he charmed nurses and bribed porters into bringing him a steady stream of cognac, Cinzano vermouth, Marsala and Chianti.
Origin
Named after the Chianti Mountains, Italy.