Made mostly from Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot, wines of Bolgheri are well-loved by Americans and open the gates to Tuscany and beyond.
The Bolgheri DOC [Denominazione di Origine Controllata] was one of the reasons for the nickname ‘Super Tuscans’ being given to wines of high quality that did not fall into the standard Chianti Classico formula of Sangiovese-based wines. With recognizable names like Sassicaia and Ornellaia representing iconic wines in Bolgheri, there is one emerging star crafting equally prestigious Cabernet, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot-based reds with outstanding ratings: Argentiera.
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