Want to know why Chianti is revered for its lunchtime friendliness? This Astrale will show you. Aromatically precise with plenty of sour red cherry and a hint of dried sage. This is savoury and satisfying Chianti - the soft texture of the palate leads into gritty tannins - the type that work so wonderfully with steak or some other rich protein. There's a charry element to the wine as well, that keeps things deep, dark and mysterious to the end.

In the rolling Tuscan countryside, Astrale Winery stands as a testament to time and taste. Forget the glitz and glamor; this place is about grapes, plain and simple. You'll find rows upon rows of these little orbs soaking up the Italian sun, promising a taste that'll make your taste buds dance a tarantella. But it's more than just grapes here - it's a tradition handed down through generations. Whilst the brand and winery are only 15 years old, the winemakers involved bring their own family traditions to the table. Astrale isn't into fancy frills; it's about hands-on, old-school winemaking. So, if you're looking for a sip of Tuscany without the fuss, this might just be your kind of spot. Winemaker Pepe Randazzo has been given license to source high quality Sangiovese from across the Chianti region, meaning that whilst these aren't single vineyard wines, they're expressions of the region from a particular year. The wines are honest and expressive, and a worthy addition to the tapestry of Tuscan red wine deliciousness.