Bistecca Fiorentina Chianina IGP

Buy Florentine Steak Chianina IGP Online — T-bone Cut | 3-5 cm Thick | 1 kg to 2 kg | European IGP Certification | Refrigerated Delivery to UK 48/72h | Direct from Tuscany

Buy Florentine Steak Chianina IGP directly from Salumeria Toscana — the most iconic beef cut in Italian cuisine, sourced from IGP-certified Chianina cattle raised in Tuscany under European specification. T-bone cut from the loin, minimum thickness 3-5 cm, available in 5 weights: from 1 kg to 2 kg. Delivered with guaranteed cold chain to the UK in 48/72 hours.

🐄 Why Chianina IGP is the Finest Florentine Steak

Not all Florentine steaks are equal. The authentic Bistecca Fiorentina di Chianina IGP stands apart from any other cut through three characteristics that cannot be replicated with other breeds.

The Chianina breed is one of the oldest cattle breeds in the world — originating from the Val di Chiana in Tuscany, raised in this region for over two thousand years. It is the tallest cattle breed in the world, renowned for extraordinary musculature and a beef that uniquely combines compact structure with rich flavour. The IGP certification — Indicazione Geografica Protetta, Protected Geographical Indication — guarantees that every steak comes exclusively from Chianina cattle raised and slaughtered in Tuscany under the European specification.

The T-bone cut from the loin encompasses two distinct muscles separated by the bone: the fillet, softer and more tender, and the sirloin, more flavourful and structured. This duality makes the Fiorentina an experience no other steak can offer — two textures and two flavour profiles on the same bone, in the same cook. The minimum thickness of 3-5 cm is not an aesthetic choice but a technical one: below 3 cm, it is impossible to achieve the perfect rare cook over direct heat without burning the outside.

Chianina IGP beef is lean yet exceptionally flavourful — the compact fibres and balanced marbling produce a rich, persistent flavour profile that remains unmistakable even after cooking over high-temperature coals.

⚙️ Technical Specifications — Florentine Steak Chianina IGP

Available weights and prices:

🔥 How to Cook the Perfect Florentine Steak — The Tuscan Method

The traditional Tuscan method requires no marinades, elaborate seasonings, or sauces. The quality of the Chianina IGP is the sole protagonist.

Preparation (30-60 minutes before): Remove the steak from the fridge at least 30-60 minutes before cooking. Meat at room temperature ensures more even cooking: placed cold on the coals, the outside burns before the inside reaches the correct temperature.

The coals: Charcoal or wood — not gas. The coals must be very hot: if your hand cannot hold 10 cm from the grill for more than 2 seconds, the temperature is right. The grill must be clean and thoroughly hot before placing the steak.

Cooking:

• 3-5 minutes per side without moving the steak — the initial contact with the coals seals in the juices
• Use tongs, never a fork — piercing the meat releases the juices
• Final 2-3 minutes: stand the steak upright on the bone to cook the fillet
• Target internal temperature: 50-55°C (rare) — the only cook that does justice to Chianina structure

Resting (essential): 5 minutes covered with foil before carving. Resting redistributes the juices — carving immediately means losing 30% of the succulence on the board.

Salt: Coarse salt only, only after cooking — never before.

🇬🇧 Where to Buy Chianina Beef in the UK

Authentic Chianina IGP beef is not available in UK supermarkets or standard butchers. The Chianina breed is raised exclusively in Tuscany under the European IGP specification — no UK product can carry this certification. Anyone looking to buy genuine Florentine Steak Chianina IGP in the UK must order from a specialist.

Salumeria Toscana delivers Florentine Steak Chianina IGP directly from Tuscany with a certified cold chain to the UK in 48/72 hours. The steak arrives chilled, vacuum-packed and grill-ready.

🍽️ Pairings and Related Products

The Chianina family:

• 🥩 Chianina IGP Steak — the full Chianina range: explore all cuts and weights
• 🥩 Chianina Tartare — Chianina raw: the same extraordinary flavour profile, a completely different experience
• 🥩 Chianina Fillet — the most tender Chianina cut for those who prefer boneless

For the welcome board before the grill:

• 🌿 Tuscan Salami — the artisan Tuscan cured meat as a starter before grilling
• 🧀 Pecorino Toscano DOP — the classic Tuscan cheese pairing
• 🫒 Lardo di Colonnata IGP — draped over the steak as it rests: the definitive Tuscan finish

Wines:

• 🍷 Brunello di Montalcino — the prestige choice: the power and structure to match Chianina IGP
• 🍷 Chianti Classico Riserva — the traditional Florentine pairing: Sangiovese freshness between bites
• 🍷 Morellino di Scansano — Tuscan character at a more accessible price point

🚚 Delivery to the UK

UK shipping costs:

• Under 5kg → €19
• 5-10kg → €25
• Over 10 kg → €33

Insulated packaging  · Vacuum-packed · Refrigerated  · Tracked delivery with notification.

🧠 FAQ — Florentine Steak Chianina IGP

What is Florentine Steak Chianina IGP? The most iconic beef cut in Italian cuisine: a T-bone loin of IGP-certified Chianina cattle, with fillet and sirloin separated by the central bone. Thickness 3-5 cm, weight from 1 kg to 2 kg. Designed for a rare cook over direct coals that brings out the exceptional quality of the Chianina breed.

What is the difference between Florentine Steak and T-bone? The authentic Bistecca Fiorentina is sourced exclusively from IGP-certified Chianina cattle raised in Tuscany under the European specification. A T-bone is a similar cut in shape but without breed or origin certification. Chianina IGP guarantees superior quality at a European-certified level — specific breed, geographical origin, verified rearing process.

Where can I buy Chianina beef in the UK? Authentic Chianina IGP beef is not available in UK supermarkets. Salumeria Toscana delivers directly from Tuscany to the UK in 48/72 hours with certified cold chain. Every steak arrives vacuum-packed, chilled and grill-ready.

What is the price of Chianina beef per kg? Florentine Steak Chianina IGP is priced between €49.90/kg (1 kg format) and €55.59/kg (1.7 kg format). Available: 1 kg at €49.90 · 1.2 kg at €59.90 · 1.4 kg at €69.90 · 1.7 kg at €94.50 · 2 kg at €105.50.

Must it be cooked rare? Yes — internal temperature 50-55°C. Cooking beyond medium (over 65°C internal temperature) would permanently damage the structure, juiciness, and flavour profile of an exceptional cut. Chianina rare tastes fundamentally different from the same steak well done.

How long before cooking should I take it out of the fridge? At least 30-60 minutes, in winter a full hour. Meat at room temperature ensures more even cooking across the cut.

How should I store it after delivery? In the fridge at 0-4°C, consume within 3-4 days of delivery. Can be frozen immediately on receipt for up to 3 months — defrost slowly in the fridge for 24 hours before cooking, never at room temperature.

Is it available for restaurants? Yes — contact us at info@salumeriatoscana.shop for HoReCa pricing, regular supply arrangements and periodic delivery schedules.