Tuscany is home to many well-known wines including Chianti (including Classico), Brunello di Montalcino, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Carmignano and the Super Tuscans. A recent expo of past vintages showed why these wines are held in such high regard. Sangiovese is king here but there are many other grape varieties with the white Vernaccia from San Gimignano displaying just how good Tuscan whites can be. PrimAnteprima (comprising ten Tuscan wine consortiums outside of Chianti and Chianti Classico) is a major wine event showcasing hundreds of wines and staged in Florence’s 14th Century Fortezza da Basso, in Florence. Vineyards at different elevations, different aspect and proximity to the sea, provide a multitude of different wines. With its wonderful produce, alluring landscape and colourful history, Tuscany is an obvious choice for those who love wine touring and dolce vita. www.chianticlassico.com
Tantalising Tuscany
