Tuscany
Cherry, herbs and lively acidity make these wines especially comfortable at the table.
Terroirs, appellations and label clues
Chianti Classico and Brunello di Montalcino explore Sangiovese; Bolgheri introduces international-variety blends. Toscana IGT is a geographical indication; “Super Tuscan” is a common expression, not a single appellation.
To get started
Follow Sangiovese from Chianti Classico to Montalcino and notice how intensity, acidity and tannins shift.
Key grapes
Sangiovese — Cherry, herbs and Tuscan energy. Its lively acidity often suits tomato or herb dishes; compare a fruit-forward style with a more structured wine.
Compare regions
Compare regions in the same country too: the same grape can produce different wines as climate, site and producer choices change.
Style descriptions are guides, not rules: vintage, vineyard, blending and maturation change the result.
