Chianti Comes to California: The Sangiovese grape captures winemakers' imaginations as they struggle with sites and styles

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Issue: May 15, 1995

May 15, 1995 Chianti Comes to California The Sangiovese grape captures winemakers' imaginations as they struggle with sites and styles By Robyn Bullard Throughout the vineyards of California, a growing number of reputable names in the wine business are trying their hand at Sangiovese, the Italian grape that has long been the primary component of Chianti.

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