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Why Tuscany Has 52 Wine Denominations
If someone asked you to name a Tuscan wine, chances are you'd say Chianti. Maybe Brunello di Montalcino. If you're really into wine, perhaps Bolgheri, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, or Vernaccia di San Gimignano. And you'd be in good company. Those are Tuscany's superstars. But here's the surprise: Tuscany is home to 52 official wine denominations. Fifty-two. For a region many people think is simply "the land of Chianti." So why does Tuscany need so many? Let's uncork it. Unco
Rebecca Gouttenoire
Aug 54 min read
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