A. Chianti, Barbaresco, Brunello di Montalcino
B. Chianti Classico, Barolo, Amarone
C. Chianti, Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino
D. Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Brunello di Montalcino, Barolo
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