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Rules were meant to be broken. Traditions were meant to be defied.

In the heart of Tuscany, a quiet revolution began. Tired of restrictive laws that prioritized ancient tradition over absolute quality, a group of visionary winemakers committed an act of "viticultural anarchy." They planted French varietals, aged in barriques, and ignored the DOC status quo. The result? The Super Tuscan—wines so powerful and refined they shook the world of oenology to its core.

The Rebel Four is a curated salute to that spirit. These aren't just bottles; they are masterpieces of defiance. From 100-point legends to ancient monastery estates, this 4-pack represents the absolute pinnacle of the Tuscan uprising.

2022 Petrolo Galatrona

The 100-Point Masterpiece. Crowned the #4 Wine of the Year (2024) by James Suckling, this 100% Merlot is a "new reference point" for the varietal in Italy. It is silky, profound, and utterly rare.

• The Score: 100 pts (James Suckling), 97 pts (WinesCritic)

2020 Mazzei Fonterutoli Siepi

The Noble Outlaw. The Mazzei family has been making wine since 1435, but the Siepi is their boldest statement. A seamless blend of Merlot and Sangiovese, this 2020 vintage is described as "exceptionally beautiful" and built to age for decades. It is the definition of "Classy and Elegant."

• The Score: 98 pts (James Suckling), 98 pts (Decanter)

2021 Caiarossa Rosso di Toscana IGT

The Bordeaux Heritage. When the owners of Bordeaux icons Château Giscours and Château du Tertre set their sights on Tuscany, Caiarossa was born. This is an "EPIC" 99-point vintage that marries French soul with Italian sun. It is long, poised, and destined for your cellar.

• The Score: 99 pts (Wine Spectator), 96 pts (James Suckling)

2020 Bibbiani Montereggi Cabernet Sauvignon

The 1,300-Year-Old Rebel. Produced from 50-year-old vines on an estate that once served as a Benedictine monastery, this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon is bold, powerful, and unforgettable. It is a raw expression of the land—unapologetic and historic.

• The Score: 96 pts (Best Italian Wines of the Year), 94 pts (Wine Spectator)

WHY OWN THE REBEL FOUR?

This collection isn't for the faint of heart or the traditionalist. It is for the collector who understands that the best things in life come from breaking the mold. With scores ranging from 94 to a perfect 100, these four bottles represent the most "Decidedly Enjoyable" rebellion in history.

Secure your set. Join the uprising.

• 1 bottle of 2022 Petrolo Galatrona Valdarno di Sopra Tuscany (100pts) 

The floral aromas are spellbinding, with aromas of violets, lilacs, orange peel, raspberries, rose petals, and some oranges. It’s medium- to full-bodied with crunchy and open-grain tannins that are creamy and caressing. It’s endless in the finish. Crunchy and energetic. A wine that is thoughtful and gives you such great pleasure. Such purity. It’s like eating perfectly ripened grape must. Pure merlot. Drinkable in many ways, but will come together beautifully. A new reference point for merlot in Italy. Drink after 2028. ~100 James Suckling

• 1 bottle of 2020 Mazzei Fonterutoli Siepi Toscana (98pts) 

Graphite and lead pencil is coming through, together with violets and blackberries. Some tar and asphalt, too. Full-bodied, yet creamy and crunchy, with agile liveliness that goes on for minutes. Fabulous length. Drinkable already, but will age gracefully for decades. ~98 James Suckling

• 1 bottle of 2021 Caiarossa Rosso di Toscana IGT (96pts) 

Purplish tinge in the glass. Aromas of cloves, generous bramble fruit and dried eucalyptus. The attack is firm and dense, with a full body and velvety tannins of great extraction on the mid-palate and refreshing natural acidity. Good integration of oak at the end. Potential for the long haul, but drinkable in one to two years. ~96 James Suckling

• 1 bottle of 2020 Bibbiani Montereggi Cabernet Sauvignon Rosso Toscano (96pts)

~96 Luca Maroni, I Migliori Vini Italiani, Italy's Best Wines Guide

Please note: Substitutions of featured wines may be made at BHW's discretion.