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

Andrey V Tyutin

9.0

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

Ville Pasula

9.0

Excellent with a completely outrageous chunk of bleeding super quality angus beef — 20 days ago

Enrique

9.6

De los mejores riojas y ya es decir. Rico, jugoso, frutos negros, muy aromático — 2 months 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

Jason U

9.5

Best chilled. — 9 years ago

Mark S.

8.9

Good concentration. Fruity. Black fruits. RAMON BILBAO LIMITADA EDICION @950/G, El Chate, 260412 — a month ago

John Jaye

9.2

Subtle, delicious drink. Drink now — 2 months ago

Nolan Berlin

9.0

Classic expression. Earthy, oaky, dry with a touch of vanilla. — 4 months ago

Jason Phillips

8.9

Fruity nose but good balance. Crisp and refreshing on the palate but not bitter. Good finish. — 8 months ago