Grape · Red
Super Tuscan
Warm climate
About
Born in the 1970s when Tuscan producers broke DOC rules to blend Sangiovese with international varieties. Sassicaia, Tignanello, and Ornellaia defined the category. Now classified as IGT Toscana, these wines combine Italian character with Bordeaux structure.
Typical profile
Body
Rounded
Tannins
Firm
Acidity
Crisp
Sweetness
Dry
Aromas
What the grape gives up young, and what it grows into with time in bottle.
Oak influence
Common
Aging
Top examples age 15-25+ years. Most drink well from 5-15 years.
Growing regions
How the grape expresses across places, grouped by country. Chips call out how a region's style deviates from the grape's default.
Food pairings
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