Aldi Chianti Adventure Series

Alcohol Name: Aldi Chianti Adventure Series

Alcohol Type: Chianti

Alcohol Content: 12%, 24 Proof

Price Point: Budget-Friendly, $5.50, available at Aldi stores 

Nose: Red berries, floral notes

Flavor Profile: Dark cherry, blackberry

Bottom Line: For the price, this is one of the safest choices. It is simple in every way and easy to pair with.

When it comes to wine, most people think that Winking Owl is the only brand Aldi has to offer. This is not at all true. Aldi has a line of international wines, among which is a Chianti – an Italian wine. Most of these wines are labeled with a DOC, or DOCG tag. These tags are to verify that the percentages of grapes are from specific areas within Italy. What makes the Chianti from Aldi so appealing is its price. This bottle is usually half the price you would pay for any DOCG Italian wine. 

The profile of this wine is very tame. It comes in at a 12% alcohol content, making it a medium-bodied red. It does not have much to offer in the nose or flavor profile – both of which are simply dark berries. In my tasting, I was mostly able to pick out the cherry. The simplicity of this wine makes it very easy to drink and pair with. 

If you are looking for a safe option or introduction to wine, this is a great bottle. On the other hand, if you are looking for a complex bottle to pick apart and taste, you may want to try something different.