The Toscana Region, whose viticulture dates back to the 8th century BC, is one of the world's leading wine-producing regions with its vineyards where many grape varieties are grown and its wonderful landscapes. An autonomous region of Italy, Toscana has a fairytale-like atmosphere with its lush green hills, stone houses, and flower-covered fields. The region is home to some of the world's best-known wine-producing regions, including Chianti, Bolgheri, and Val d'Orcia. This wonderful autonomous region, whose capital is Florence, is one of the most beautiful places where you can sip your wine accompanied by magnificent countryside views. The streets and countryside of the city, which has traces of the Renaissance, are awe-inspiring. 
 Toscana wines produced in different regions are classified according to the appellation system in Italy. Established in 1963, the system divides wines into 4 categories: Vino da Tavola, Typical Geographical Indication (IGT), Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC), and Controlled Guaranteed Designation of Origin (DOCG). In terms of quality, DOC wines are above IGT wines and below DOCG wines. DOCG wines represent the highest quality level of the official classification. 
This classification includes criteria to check every detail of the wines produced. It certifies the quality of the wines by establishing a system that includes the regions of production, the amount of sugar and alcohol, the grape varieties, and the number of vines in the vineyards. In Toscana, you can taste many high-quality wines of DOC and DOCG quality. 

Wine Routes in Tuscany

Toscana, where wine lovers will never get tired of traveling, is home to the most delicious wine routes. There are many different regions where you can visit different wineries, shop, and taste wine. There are many alternative stops to visit in towns with beautiful architecture. You can try Italian cuisine in the famous restaurants in the towns and buy the wines you like from the wineries. You can learn all about the wine culture of Toscana and get information about all types of wine in towns where people have been engaged in viticulture throughout history.
1. Chianti: Chianti is a world-renowned wine-producing center that is one of the most popular destinations for those who visit the country to try the wines of Tuscany. The vineyards where the Sangiovese grape variety is grown and used have made a name for themselves all over the world. There are many castles and chateaus worth seeing among the historical villages in the region. In Chianti, where you can taste and buy the most famous wines of Tuscany, you can sip one of its special wines, Chianti Classico DOCG, accompanied by a sunset view. 
2. Val d'Orcia: Listed on the UNESCO world heritage list, the region is known as one of the most valuable wine production centers in the world. Offering visitors, a unique view of the countryside, Val d'Orcia fascinates visitors with its colorful farmhouses and castles. You can visit the town of Pienza, the set of the movie Romeo and Juliet, and the magnificent Monte Oliveto Maggiore Monastery. Its most famous wine, Brunello di Montalcino, is appreciated by wine gourmets. 
3. Bolgheri: Another must-stop for wine lovers in Tuscany, Bolgheri is home to cult wines called "Super Tuscan". You can try various types of wines in the wineries as well as visit the restaurants and historical monuments nearby. 
4. Montepulciano: The Montalcino region, which makes you feel like you are in a postcard, is known in history as the place where Vino Nobile di Montepulciano wine, the subject of Voltaire's works, is produced. You can taste and buy wine by visiting the wine cellars, and you can taste the famous cheeses and spaghetti at various wine shops in the region. 
5. Montalcino: Montalcino is another town worth visiting for its wines and historical beauties. You can visit the vineyard houses of families who have been practicing viticulture for centuries and sip Brunello di Montalcino wine. 
6. San Gimignano: Also known as the Town of the Beautiful Towers, you can enjoy the famous wines in the historical atmosphere of this wonderful town with its medieval European architecture. The white Vernaccia di San Gimignano, made from the Vernaccia grape variety, is one of the wines you should try while visiting the town. 
When you are in Italy, one of the most visited countries in Europe, do not turn your route without discovering the beauties of Tuscany. You should also make sure that the tourist attractions of Italy, where you can feel the Roman Empire period in every part of the country, are included in your travel plan.