Montemaggio Chianti classico riserva 2016

Meet Montemaggio's Sangiovese: a dry red wine hailing from Italy from the 2016 vintage. Sangiovese is Italy's most planted red grape and the backbone of Chianti, giving bright, savory wines with tart cherry, herbs and firm acidity. It comes from Chianti in the heart of Tuscany, the rolling Sangiovese country of cypress trees and stone villages. The 'Riserva' on the label means it's had extra aging before release, a step up from the standard bottling. Easygoing at the table: try it with roast meats, pasta, pizza night or a charcuterie board. Pop it open at cool room temperature — a brief chill on a hot day doesn't hurt.