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Gaiole in Chianti

19 protected denominations overlap in this municipality.

High among the stony Chianti Hills of Siena, Gaiole in Chianti’s steep, well-drained slopes shape a rugged microclimate that coaxes intense character from grapevines and olive groves. This distinctive terrain nurtures 19 protected denominations, headlined by the local Chianti Classico DOCG wine and Chianti Classico DOP olive oil. These products owe their structure to the high-elevation soils of this specific Siena territory. Within the municipality, 41 verified producers currently craft these registered delicacies, and 24 of these estates welcome international travelers for tastings, offering direct access to the source of Tuscany's most celebrated liquid gold.

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Born on this land

Producers in town 41