EAT SLEEP WINE REPEAT: A wine podcast
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In today's episode, I have more than your average wine story. I will be talking all about Super Tuscans: An Italian wine category created from rebellion and innovation when a group of daring winemakers decided to break all the rules, planting French grapes in Italian soil.
In the 1980s, these wines took the wine world by storm and they still are some of the most highly desirable wines in today's wine scene. So, by the end of this episode, you will know the history behind this wine style, the key players and the desirable wines, but also I will be talking about some more affordable versions too.
And you should hopefully also feel more excitement when opening up a Super Tuscan knowing it is a wine that broke all tradition, represents innovation and is a perfect blend of history and modernity.
This episode is sponsored by Wickham Wines, A small business themselves focusing on top quality wines. Do yourself a favour, and go check out their online store for their amazing collection! Use the code EATSLEEP10 for 10% off your first order.
If you want to skip ahead:
2.19: What is a Super Tuscan
4.39: Context on how Chianti DOC used to be and it’s regulations
7.12: Some slightly more affordable Super Tuscan options
9.30: The story of Sassicaia
13.36: The story of Tignanello
15.38: The story of Solaia
16.28: Why is Tignanello considered the first Super Tuscan when it was made after Sassicaia?
17.37: The story of Ornellaia
20.14: The story of Masseto
21.25: What affect have the Super Tuscans had and how have they shaped Tuscany?
Any thoughts or questions, do email me: janina@eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk
Or contact me on Instagram @eatsleep_winerepeat
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Or come say hi at www.eatsleepwinerepeat.co.uk
Until next time, Cheers to you!
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