Italian Chianti Classico DOCG Red Wine from Germany
Traditional Sangiovese-based red wine from Tuscany with DOCG designation, 13% ABV, 750ml Bordeaux bottle. Falls under HTS 2204.21.50.40: red, non-organic, ≤14% ABV, valued well over $1.05/L, container <2L.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain TTB Import Permit if >5 gallons; state ABC licenses needed for distribution
• Ensure varietal labeling ≥75% named grape per TTB rules to match HTS description