I do love Chianti-the wine but more than that, I love Chianti the place and the Chiantigiani- the people.
Chianti is a huge region, where Chianti wine is produced. The original Chianti blend was established in the 1800s by Baron Ricasoli, at his estate in Gaiole in Chianti. Chianti Classico is a tiny part of the area, where the terroir was considered perfect for the raising of the grapes, giving them something special. Gaiole, Radda and Castellina are the three towns that originally were the heart of the Chianti Classico area.