Antinori Chianti Classico Riserva "Marchese" Tignanello DOCG
Country
Italy
bottle size
750 ml
Wine Type
Red Wine
Wine Region
Tuscany
Grape Variety
Sangiovese
vintage
20121 [**VINTAGE MAY CHANGE]
Alcohol
14%
characteristics
Body
Full
Full
Full
Acidity
Medium
Medium
Medium
Tannin
Medium
Medium
Medium
20121 [**VINTAGE MAY CHANGE]
Product Description
The Tignanello estate is located in the heart of the Chianti Classico production zone, nestled between the valleys of the Greve and Pesa rivers, and extends over close to 800 total acres (319 hectares), some 127 of which (415 hectares) are planted to vines. The vineyards consist principally of the native Sangiovese grape along with such non-traditional varieties as Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. The Marchese Antinori is an historic wine of the Antinori cellars which, since 2011, is produced from the grapes of the Tignanello estate. It is a wine which presents itself as the full expression of the quality and elegance of the Sangiovese of this part of Tuscany.
wine score
92 points Wine Enthusiast
This has enticing aromas recalling ripe plum, fragrant blue flower and oak-driven spice. On the smooth, savory palate, supple, fine-grained tannins accompany juicy Marasca cherry, cassis, vanilla and star anise. Fresh acidity keeps it balanced.
94 points Wine Advocate
This wine sources its fruit exclusively from the Tenuta Tignanello in San Casciano Val di Pesa. The 2019 Chianti Classico Riserva Marchese Antinori is a generous and open-knit wine with pretty plushness and dark fruit flavors of cherry, plum and dried currant. It ages in barrique with a lot of secondhand or otherwise neutral oak, and that's why the fruit comes through with such clarity. This is one of the big surprises of this flight, and this vintage certainly punches above its price point. These results show depth, harmony and lasting fruit flavors. This is a solid recommendation. Best After 2023
94 points Wine Spectator
A harmonious red, offering an expression of cherry, blackberry and floral aromas and flavors offset by a vibrant, well-integrated structure. Shows iron, tobacco, smoke and a hint of wild herbs, which weigh in as this evolves on the palate toward a lingering aftertaste. Delivers finesse and energy. Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Best from 2024 through 2038.
Profile
Grape Blended
90% sangiovese, 10% cabernet, and other complementary red varietals
Palate
The palate is ample and enveloping, balanced and vigorous with soft and silky tannins and the finish and aftertaste and long and persistent.
Colour
An intense ruby red in color
Aroma
The wine’s nose shows ripe red fruit along with sustained sensations of vanilla and spices.
Palate
The palate is ample and enveloping, balanced and vigorous with soft and silky tannins and the finish and aftertaste and long and persistent.
Wine Pairing
:Beef
:Lamb
:Cured Meat
:Soft Cheese
:Pasta
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