Bolgheri is a prestigious wine region located along the Tuscan coast, in the province of Livorno, known for producing some of Italy’s most acclaimed and modern red wines. Once an unremarkable area for viticulture, Bolgheri rose to fame in the late 20th century with the emergence of Super Tuscan wines—bold, structured reds made from international grapes like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, often blended with or without Sangiovese. The region’s warm, maritime climate, cooling sea breezes, and well-drained soils make it ideal for Bordeaux-style blends that combine richness with finesse. The official Bolgheri DOC, established in 1994, now governs these wines, with subzones like Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC created exclusively for the iconic wine Sassicaia, produced by Tenuta San Guido. Other renowned estates include Ornellaia, Guado al Tasso, and Le Macchiole, all of which helped define Bolgheri’s international reputation. Today, Bolgheri stands as a benchmark for modern Italian winemaking, producing elegant, age-worthy wines that rival the best of Bordeaux while expressing their own Mediterranean identity.