Tuscany 101

The Ultimate Tuscan Wine Course

Unlock the flavors, history, and secrets that put Tuscany on the wine map. Elevate your Italian wine game to MVP status.

Master the Art of Italy's Tuscan Wine

Into wine or mad about Tuscan eats? Maybe you're an industry pro or just love to travel? Listen, this course is your jam. From sips to swirls, elevate your game to expert level. Your passport to Tuscan wine brilliance awaits!

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This course was a great introduction to the wines of Tuscany. I learned a lot and can't wait to try some of the wines that were recommended.
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Wine Folly has enabled me to taste wines with more informed expectations, and to make recommendations for pairing. I have a lot to learn, but I appreciate the friendly and approachable good start, thank you!
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This course was fantastic. As a true wine-lover, especially a French wine-lover, this course was excellent. I really appreciate how the information, which was rich and nuanced, was also super-digestible.
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Tuscany 101

What You'll Learn

From Etruscans to the Renaissance, sip through time and see why Tuscany's a global wine game-changer.
History

History

From Etruscans to the Renaissance, sip through time and see why Tuscany's a global wine game-changer.
Grapes

Grapes

Unlock the secrets of Sangiovese, the soul of Chianti, and other Tuscan grape all-stars. Elevate your grape IQ to paradise levels!
Terroir

Terroir

Decode Tuscan terroir, from climate to soil! Unlock why each sip tastes the way it does and flex those expert-level terroir chops.
Regions

Regions

From Chianti Classico to Bolgheri, journey through Tuscany's diverse wine regions. An adventure you don't want to miss.
Labels

Labels

Master the art of decoding wine labels to find the perfect bottle every time. Never feel overwhelmed in a wine shop again.
Buying

Buying

From spotting value to avoiding common pitfalls, get insider tips on buying Tuscan wines like a pro. Shop with confidence!
Tasting

Tasting

Master the art of sipping Tuscan vino! Swirl, sniff, and unveil the tiny details that make each bottle a sip-worthy masterpiece.
Certification Exam

Certification Exam

Ace the 50-question quiz finale and score your Certified Master of Tuscan Wine diploma.

Course Wines

Get to know Tuscany's Wines

Sangiovese

Meet Tuscany's MVP grape, the superstar of the Tuscan vineyard.
Super Tuscan

Tuscany's own renegade vinos that break the rules but win your palate.
Vernaccia

Meet Tuscany's white grape VIP. It's the star of the Tuscan white wine show.
Vin Santo

Tuscany's ultimate sweet finale: The dessert wine you can't ignore.

Instructors

Meet Your Wine Guides

Christine Marsiglio

Christine MarsiglioDirector of Education

Get Schooled By A Real Deal Master of Wine

Meet Christine, a Bollinger award-winning Master of Wine—yeah, she’s one of only 35 in the world with that accolade!
Madeline Puckette

Madeline PucketteWine Folly Founder

Sip Smarter with Madeline Puckette

Meet Madeline, she's a top-tier wine expert with major awards and a James Beard win, plus NYT bestseller status.

No Prerequisites

Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned sipper, everyone is welcome!

Get A Certificate

Ace your knowledge test at the end and become certified.

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