Launched in 2005, Mongrana has become one of Tuscany’s most dependable values. It’s a blend of Merlot, Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Petit Verdot, aged 12 months in small oak barrels. The result is silky, vibrant and lifted with red fruit, soft tannins and refreshing acidity—a true example of IGT at its best.

Perfect for steaks, smoked meats with Tuscan cheese, grilled poultry or just about anything with char marks, Mongrana is the kind of wine you always want on hand. Quality like this, at such an attractive price, is hard to beat.

James Suckling, 93 points: This is ripe with dark cherries, mulberries and jam. Some hibiscus and red spices, too. Medium- to full-bodied with tight but finely polished tannins and a succulent, mellow dark-fruited character. Racy finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold.