Suggestions for other Traditional Italian Wines

[barnesy]

I will be making a trip into Boise next week, which means to the wine shops. I am looking to try something different. I have been exploring France and would now like to explore Italy a bit more. I have had several different Chiantis and thoroughly enjoy them. The french wines I have tried have been softer reds. I am looking for something a little "beefier" than the chianti is, but not too much. Any and all suggestions are welcome. My price range is 15 or under, but if you have one around 20 that is really special, I will take it into consideration. Thank you in advance,

Barnesy