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That is thanks to the grand opening of a state-of-the-art facility in Bargino, the Marchesi Antinori Chianti Classico Cellar.
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But Chianti Classico, covering 7, 000 hectares in the heart of Chianti, is more serious and could benefit from further geographical delineation.
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He argues that the nine villages of Chianti Classico Greve, Panzano, Radda, Castelnuovo Berardenga, Poggibonsi, Gaiole, Barberino, San Casciano and Castellina each impart their own specific characteristics on the wine.
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Aged in oak barrels for at least two years, Chianti Classico wines are identified by a black rooster within a red circle on the neck of the bottle, signaling membership of the Chianti Classico Consortium.
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That is what makes up Chianti Classico.
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Located in the Chianti Classico region just 20 minutes outside of Florence and 30 minutes from uber charming Siena, it likely will become a must-see attraction for visitors to Tuscany, one of the greatest vacation destinations on the planet.
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