Chianti Classico and the Breakup of UGA's

On today's show, Mark and Jessica interview two prominent winemaker's in the Chianti Classico zone.  Federica Mascheroni Stianti is part of the family that owns the historic hamlet and winery of Volpaia which dates back to 1172 AD.  Their vineyards lie in the Radda UGA at higher elevations and rocky soils.  Alessandra Cascini Bindi Sergardi is current owner of Bindi Sergardi, with their top Chianti Classico estate in the Vagliali UGA.

Mark and Jessica delve into the reasons for this breakup and the unique vineyard sites that both Federica and Alessandra showcase in their wines.

More information on the rules of Chianti Classico here.

More about Alessandro Masnaghetti here.

To purchase the Chianti Classico book, here.