Radda in Chianti

In the province of Siena, the rugged, high-elevation hills of Radda in Chianti, home to just over 1,400 residents, provide the harsh limestone soils and sharp temperature shifts crucial for slow grape ripening. This distinct terroir anchors 37 verified producers, of whom 25 welcome visitors. It is a vital stronghold of the Chianti Classico DOCG, a wine appellation limited to just 7 municipalities. The same rocky terrain feeds groves producing Chianti Classico DOP olive oil, where Radda's high altitude yields an intensely herbaceous, peppery profile.