The Yorkshire Post
·Aug 2026
The Best Red Wines to Stock Up on Ahead of the Cooler Weather
Christine Austin recommends six Chianti Classico wines for the cooler months, highlighting their cherry fruit, savoury complexity, fresh acidity and suitability with dishes such as pasta, risotto, roast lamb and mushrooms. The article explains the region’s classification system, including ageing requirements for Chianti Classico, Riserva and Gran Selezione wines, as well as the emerging UGA sub-zones. Recent regulatory changes and producer focus are credited with improving quality, while the best value is said to remain among standard Chianti Classico wines. Recommended bottles range from £17 to £33, with a Waitrose promotion reducing the price of Villa Cafaggio 2022 to £12.75.