Freddy R. Troya

9.0

San Polo “Rubio” Toscana IGT 2023
Toscana IGT – Tuscany – Italy 🇮🇹

Overview
A modern Tuscan red blend crafted with certified organic grapes, primarily driven by Sangiovese and complemented by small percentages of international varieties, typically including Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon depending on the vintage. Produced by San Polo in the heart of Montalcino, this wine captures the approachable yet structured identity of contemporary Toscana IGT wines.

Aromas & Flavors
Ripe red cherry, wild berries, plum, and subtle violet notes layered with touches of spice, dried herbs, and soft earthy undertones. The international varieties add roundness and darker fruit nuances while Sangiovese maintains freshness and energy.

Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with lively acidity, polished tannins, and a balanced texture. Fresh and approachable while still maintaining enough structure to feel distinctly Tuscan.

Food Pairings
Excellent with pizza, pasta with red sauce, grilled sausages, charcuterie boards, roasted chicken, or aged pecorino cheese.

Verdict
A very enjoyable and versatile Toscana IGT that showcases Sangiovese as the backbone while allowing international grapes to soften and broaden the profile. Authentic enough to reflect Tuscany, yet approachable enough for casual everyday drinking.

🍷 Did You Know?
The Toscana IGT classification was created partly to give producers more flexibility beyond strict DOC/DOCG regulations, allowing the use of international grapes like Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot alongside traditional Tuscan varieties, ultimately helping launch the famous “Super Tuscan” movement back in late 60’s and early 70’s. — 13 days ago

Pooneet K

9.2

First time having Bruno Clair! Nice find on the list at Polo Bar in nyc. Drinking very well. Dried cherries, some earthy / mushroom notes. Seamless and balanced. Nice wine. — 4 years ago

Andrew Blazic

9.0

Had at Landini Brothers on 1/11/2026 for Mom’s b-day with the family. Very enjoyable, lighter, balanced Italian red. Paired well with everything and had good fruit and structure. — 4 months ago

Anthony Wiggins

10

Polo Bar 12/21 — a year ago

Stephanie Horbaczewski

9.3

Nick’s 🎂 at Polo Lounge — 3 years ago

with Henry and Nicholas

Alvaro Bustillos

9.5

Jo raigosa ale gz , polo sam, saul y ludo @grand cru — 5 years ago

Andrey V Tyutin

9.0

Fiils like nice, but already started to regress. Pity. Wulould like to try younger vintage — 8 months ago

Jason U

9.5

Best chilled. — 9 years ago

Noel Geisen

9.2

San Polo Brunello di Montalcino 2010 Riserva top bij konijn en pompoens- sinasappelpuree — 2 years ago

B

10

2008 Georges Mugneret Ruchottes-Chambertin. Monthly 19th dinner at Polo. Decanted right as we sat and started drinking 1 hr later. Def needed the time and was even better 2 hrs later. Still a little tight 2 hrs later, but showing its balance and nuance. Red and dark fruit, asphalt. — 5 years ago