Chianti Classico Harvest 2026: an exceptionally hot summer, an early harvest and a result that could become part of the recent history of Tenuta Le Lame. According to the estate’s initial assessments, this year’s harvest could rank among its finest of the past ten years. This was far from a predictable outcome. The high temperatures required constant attention and carefully…
Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is one of the wines that best represents the connection between the Zanobini family, Tenuta Le Lame and the Chianti Classico territory. It is not a bottle created simply to be served: it is a wine to be told, listened to and tasted with the right amount of time. At Enoteca Zanobini, a historic wine shop…
In a wine shop, selling a bottle is not enough. To truly tell the story of a wine, you need to know it, understand it and, whenever possible, have followed the journey that brings it from the land to the glass. This is the difference between simply recommending a label and guiding people through wine with real knowledge. It is…
Wine temperature is a technical detail that is often underestimated, but it can completely change the experience in the glass. The same wine, served too warm or too cold, may seem more alcoholic, harsher, less aromatic or less balanced. When people talk about wine, they often think of the grape variety, the production area, the vintage, the producer or the…
Vinattieri Florence Vinattieri Florence: two words that seem to come from a distant time, made of small shops, chalices, markets, narrow streets and painted signs on old walls. Yet, walking through the San Lorenzo area, near Via Sant’Antonino, that history does not feel so far away. A ceramic plaque recalls Ciardo di Betto, vinattiere, a figure connected to fourteenth-century Florence.…
Sulphites in wine: what they really are and why people talk about them Sulphites in wine: a few words on a label, but many questions at the counter. Some people worry about them, some believe they are responsible for every headache, while others look only for bottles “without sulphites” without really knowing what that means. In reality, the subject is…
Where to Drink Good Wine in Florence Away from Tourist Traps Florence is one of the most visited cities in the world, attracting travelers with its art, history, architecture, and food culture. Among the experiences most visitors look for is enjoying a glass of authentic Tuscan wine. Yet finding a place to drink good wine in Florence without ending up…
Why can two Chianti wines taste so different? The difference between Chianti wines can surprise even people who already know and enjoy Tuscan wine. Many wine lovers expect Chianti to always offer the same profile: bright fruit, good freshness, lively acidity, and that recognizable Tuscan identity. Yet, as soon as you compare two bottles side by side, you often discover…
