Anything Similar to Chianti Ruffino Gold Label?

[Thomas]

There are so many good ones out there. Look for Michele Chiaro Barbera, or any other Chiaro wines (I might be off on the surname, but close).

They aren't Chianti but they are northern Italian and they are solid wines.

You might want to look into Friuli wines: Refosco, Schioppetino, Cabernet Franc et al.