Sassicaia’s Livex price index, which tracks the prices for its past 10 vintages, grew by 29.8%, making it one of the most successful Italian brands.

This is only one example of how Super Tuscan wines are taking control of the wine world.

As they age, Super Tuscan wines are a great investment that will yield rewarding returns. These are just a few examples:

  • The 2019 Sassicaia was released in February 2022 at $212 a bottle and sold for $298 on the secondary market in March 2022. This is a 40% increase in just one month!
  • Between 2020 and 2022, the price of the 2010 Tignanello bottles increased by 75%, from $129 to $226.

In 2020-21 the prices of Italian fine wine bottles rose by 20%, while the Bordeaux index grew by 14%. And Super Tuscans ruled the index.

Despite a higher price, Super Tuscans can be found at a lower price than Burgundies and Bordeaux.

The 2018 Masseto Italian wine cost $428 per bottle, while the 2018 Lafite Rothschild was $510 per bottle. The 2001 Domaine de la Romane Conti, Burgundy, was also released at a staggering $1,650.

Ever-Increasing Demand

Demand for Super Tuscan wines has undoubtedly soared in the past decade, especially for the wines from top Super Tuscan winemakers like Tenuta San Guido and Tignanello.

The 2020 Power 100 of Liv-ex saw three Super Tuscan wines among the top 10 in 2021. Sassicaia came in 4th, Masseto was 6th, and Ornellaia 9th.

The USA is the largest market for Super Tuscan wines.

Fun fact: Beyonce was seen enjoying Sassicaia, an investment-grade wine!

Investors will be happy to hear that the high demand and limited supply could push prices up for another decade.

Wines of High Quality

Tuscan winemakers like Marchese Piero Antinori and Angelo Gaja produce fine vintage wines with high acidity and bold tannins, which help the wines age gracefully.

A well-known wine critic, James Suckling, stated that Fontodi’s Flaccianello was the “best collectible wine.” Robert Parker awarded Sassicaia’s 2013 vintage an impressive 97 points, citing its extraordinary power and depth.

5 Super Tuscan Wines You Should Invest In in 2022

These are the top 10 Super Tuscan brands that produce excellent investment wines.

  • Sassicaia
  • Masseto
  • Ornellaia
  • Tignanello
  • L’Apparita

Sassicaia

The famous Sassicaia from Tenuta San Guido is the first commercial Super Tuscan wine and the first to become a subzone of the Bolgheri DOC.

It’s a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. This red wine has medium tannins and is very bold.

Two best vintages:

  • 1998 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia Bolgheri ($462)
  • 2015 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia Bolgheri ($389)

Masseto

A truly magnificent fine wine from Tenuta dell’Ornellaia, the Masseto is made entirely from Merlot.

This Italian wine is typically made with a strong oak presence, soft tannins, and dried fruits on the palate.

Two best vintages:

  • 2018 Masseto Toscana IGT ($877)
  • 2015 Masseto Toscana IGT ($1,064)

Ornellaia

Ornellaia is a favorite among wine investors; thanks to its full body and powerful tannins, it is an age-worthy wine.

The Tenuta dell’Ornellaia red wines were primarily made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. It now includes Petit Verdot.

Two best vintages:

  • 2017 Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore ($241)
  • 2006 Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore ($317)

Tignanello

Tignanello is one of the earliest Super Tuscan wines made by Italian winery Marchesi Antinori. It was classified as vino da Tavola (table wine) before it secured the title of Super Tuscan.

It is one of the most loved Super Tuscans. It was a top-10 wine in the Wine Spectator Top 100.

This red blend is a proprietary blend that consists of 80% Sangiovese and small amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. It has excellent mineral notes and firm tannins.

Two best vintages:

  • 2010 Marchesi Antinori Tignanello Toscana IGT ($226)
  • 2018 Marchesi Antinori Tignanello Toscana IGT ($150)

L’Apparita

Produced by Castello di Ama, the L’Apparita is Merlot-based red wine known for its heavy tannins and fruity finish.

The Wine Advocate gave the wine a near-perfect 99.

Two best vintages:

  • 2018 Castello di Ama L’Apparita Toscana IGT ($237)
  • 2004 Castello di Ama L’Apparita Toscana IGT ($253)