Tuscany Tuscan Viticulture can trace its roots back almost three millennia to grape vines planted by Etruscan settlers. Bordered by the Tyrrhenian Sea in central Italy, Tuscany is home to the some of the most important Italian wine growing regions, Chianti, Montalcino and Bolgheri. Tuscan cuisine is steeped in tradition, and is often deceptively simple in ingredients and preparation but is impressive in flavor. One could not, however, enjoy Tuscany’s famous regional recipes without enjoying a glass of the area’s finest wines. Sangiovese is the backbone of regional production, however in recent decades wines made in an international style with Cabernet and Merlot in the cuvee have become increasingly in fashion. The DOCG areas Chianti Classico, Brunello Di Montalcino, Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano, Carmignano, and Morellino Di Scansano, mainly Sangiovese or a clone of this varietal produces wines which range from approachable and easy to drink to extremely complex and age-worthy. Also in Tuscany, a new group of wines have emerged called the ‘Super-Tuscans’ – Sassicaia, Ornellaia, Tignanello, Solaia to name a few; and these wines are made with Bordeaux varietals as well as Sangiovese. Although these wines do not adhere to traditional DOC rules and regulations, they are fast becoming some of the most prized and sought after Italian wines. White wine production in Tuscany is limited, with its only DOCG being Vernaccia Di San Gimignano.
90 Point Wine 6 Pack with Canvas Wine Tote
$71.95
This 6 pack includes a collection of six wines from around the world rated 90 points or higher and one re-usable 6 bottle canvas wine tote. Each Combo includes: Chateau Ste. Miche...
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Antinori 2004 Brunello Di Montalcino Pian delle Vigne
$59.95
WS 91pts. - According to the Wine Spectator: Has dried cherry and berry aromas, with hints of flowers, following through to a full body, with silky tannins and a delicate finish...
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Antinori 2005 Bolgheri Superiore Guado Al Tasso
$79.95
WS 91Pts - Tasting Notes - Focused and pretty, with lovely perfumes of berries, mineral and licorice. Full-bodied, with berry, spice and light rosemary flavors. Long and very pre...
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Antinori 2005 Toscana Solaia
$274.95
WS 97Pts - Tasting Notes - This offers gorgeous aromas of blackberry, mineral and flowers follow through to a full body, with superfine tannins and a long, long finish. A complex...
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Antinori 2005 Villa Antinori Toscana
$16.95
Winemaker Notes - Antinori has produced Chianti Classico, one of the most widely known wines in the world, for centuries. This particular wine was introduced in 1928 by Niccolo, P...
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Antinori 2006 Bolgheri Superiore Guado Al Tasso
$84.95
WE 97pts. - WS 95pts. - According to the Wine Enthusiast: Guado al Tasso is finally back. After a string of past vintages that exhibited some rubber-like aromas, the 2006 expr...
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Antinori 2006 Tignanello Toscana
$71.95
WE 94pts. - WS 93pts. - WA 92pts. - According to the Wine Spectator: Intense aromas of ripe blackberry and flowers, with rosemary and coffee hints. Full-bodied, with chewy, ...
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Antinori 2006 Tignanello Toscana - Case of 6 Bottles
$429.95
WE 94pts. - WS 93pts. - WA 92pts. - According to the Wine Spectator: Intense aromas of ripe blackberry and flowers, with rosemary and coffee hints. Full-bodied, with chewy, ...
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Antinori 2006 Tignanello Toscana 375ml (half-bottle)
$57.95
WA 92pts. - According to the Wine Advocate: The 2006 Tignanello is especially opulent in this vintage. Masses of dark red fruit, scorched earth and sweet oak emerge as this rich...
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Antinori 2006 Toscana Solaia
$287.95
WS 97Pts - Tasting Notes - According to the Wine Spectator; loads of mint, eucalyptus, currants and some meat on the nose. Full-bodied, with masses of fruit, yet reserved and str...
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Antinori 2006 Villa Antinori Toscana
$16.95
WS 90pts. - According to the Wine Spectator: Complex aromas of blackberry and mushroom, with hints of grilled meat. Full-bodied, with soft, velvety tannins and juicy, rich fruit...
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Antinori 2007 Bolgheri Tenuta Guado Al Tasso Il Bruciato
$24.95
We’ve had huge success with the second wines from Bolgheri’s top estates (Ornellaia’s Serre Nuove, Sassiciaia’s Guidalberto, etc.) so it would only make sense to try and peddle a f...
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Antinori 2007 Peppoli Chianti Classico
$20.95
WS 90pts. - According to the Wine Spectator: Offers floral, ripe black fruit aromas and a delicate chocolate powder note. Full-bodied, with soft, silky tannins and plenty of fru...
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Antinori 2008 Sangiovese Toscana Santa Cristina
$8.95
Winemaker Notes - Santa Cristina was originally introduced in 1946 as a Chianti Classico by Piero Antinori's father, Niccolo. However, with the passage of the 1984 DOCG laws - sp...
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Avignonesi 2005 Merlot Cortona Desiderio
$49.95
Tasting Notes - Intense, rubin red in colour, its bouquet is delicate and persistent, with a slight scent of wild fruits; the taste is fullbodied, harmonious and round. Roast and ...
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