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Tuscany is one of the most storied wine regions on earth — but is it still delivering the way it used to? On this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, we sit down with wine journalist and Tuscan Vines founder John Fodera for a deep dive into The State of Tuscany.
John has been writing about Italian wine since 1995 and has spent the last fifteen-plus years covering Tuscany in granular detail through Tuscan Vines — plus leading wine lovers through the region firsthand on his Rustic Tuscany Tours. In this conversation, we cover:
- 🍷 Current vintage releases across Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Bolgheri, and the Maremma
- ⚖️ Regulatory shifts reshaping the region, including the new Chianti Classico UGA village system
- 💰 Where the real value is in Tuscany right now — and which sub-regions are overdelivering for the price
- 🌱 The next generation of Tuscan winemakers stepping into legendary family estates (and one who skipped tradition entirely)
- 🌍 How Tuscany stacks up against the rest of the wine world today
Whether you're building a cellar, planning a trip, or just love a good glass of Sangiovese, this episode is your insider briefing on where Tuscany stands in 2026.
Find John Fodera: 🔗 johnfodera.com 🔗 Tuscan Vines
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