Richard Gere, Antonio Banderas, Sting and Bryan Ferry: these are just some of the many celebrities who have been struck by the charm of the gentle hills and quality wines of Chianti. So much so that they decided to buy real estate in Tuscany, particularly in the area around Florence and Siena. It’s a swathe of land very dear to upper-class Anglophones, which has earned it the nickname “Chiantishire.”

In this region, wine products are made every year by undisputed talents who never fail to stand out on the global scene. Behind these labels, there is the work of companies that are conscious of their own responsibility, and are committed to promoting this historical landscape in every way. So here is a brief review of great cellars and wine-makers to note down in your travel journal, for a fantastic experience in a place that the whole world envies.