Wines from
 the Tuscany region

Tuscany ranks 5th among the regions in size. Tuscany's revolution began in Chianti and the central hills around Siena but quickly spread to take in the coastal zones that were not previously noted for vineyards.  Much of the progress has come with classical reds, as illustrated by the fact that four of Italy's nine DOCGs are here - Brunello di Montalcino, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Chianti and Carmignano. But growing success with other reds (including the stylish table wines sometimes called "Super Tuscans")  has enhanced the region's reputation. Chianti, still the dominant force in Tuscan viniculture, has ranked as the most Italian of wines for decades.  In these often rugged hills variations in soil and climate contribute as much to the individuality of each authentic estate wine as do producers' quests for a personal style.