We were just given a gift certificate to Chianti but know nothing about it besides that it serves Italian food. What do you recommend to order or stay away from at the restaurant. Thank you.

Around the $15-$25 range, retail. I’m looking for something that is medium-full bodied. A wine that can be good on it’s own, but transitions well into a meal. I don’t know much about Chianti, but I have read that...

We just called to make a reservation, and found out that Chianti closed 3 weeks ago. What gives? Total bummer – I loved this place. This was our regular spot for anniversaries, etc. Where should we go to find romantic...

We’ll be in Italy in october. We’re staying for a while in castellina in chianti at tenuta di recavo. My wife is having a major birthday while there. Any recommendations for a wonderful meal. L’albergaccio in...

I know someone mentioned earlier on the board that both Chianti's were closing. I guess seeing the sign for the new place hanging over the old awning made it hit home. I think that this is a sad loss for LA. So many places come...

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