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About Tuscany Super Tuscan

About Tuscany Super Tuscan
Super Tuscan is a term used to describe a costly red wines from Tuscany that usually contains international varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc or Syrah. These wines are almost always red wines that do not conform to specific Tuscan wine laws; a 100% Merlot from Tuscany would be a Super Tuscan, for example. The current designation for these wines in Italy is IGT, meaning Indicazione Geografica Tipica.

The term was coined in the 1970s, as some of these wines were starting to emerge from Tuscany. The word super refers both to the quality - generally, this is the most expensive red wine a Tuscan producer will make - as well as the price, which is often very high, due to limited quality and believed quality.

Basically a Super Tuscan is a bit of an experiment; some of these trials work, as with Solaia from Antinori (primarily Cabernet Sauvignon with some Sangiovese), while others have not stood the test of time.

Top Picks for Tuscany Super Tuscan

Kirkland Signature 2020  Toscana IGP
91 points
$13
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A lovely wine for any occasion that beautifully displays the heart of Sangiovese.
91 points $13 Best Buy
Kirkland Signature 2021  Toscana IGT
90 points
$14
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A great food wine that still shows off some Sangiovese but adds considerable weight and crowd appeal with the Bordeaux varietals mixed in.
90 points $14 Best Buy
Villa Puccini 2019 Red Blend Toscana IGT
90 points
$15
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A charming entry level Super Tuscan where the Sangiovese shines but the Merlot adds a welcome touch of heft and defined fruits.
90 points $15 Best Buy
Carbonaia 2021  Toscana Rosso IGT
89 points
$45
A lovely Super Tuscan for the consumer looking for vibrant Merlot characteristics balanced with sweet oak and a touch of savory herbs.