Marchesi Antinori Tignanello 2023

Marchesi Antinori Tignanello 2023 is a structured Tuscan red blending Sangiovese with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. A landmark of the Super Tuscan movement, Tignanello helped reshape local winemaking by pairing Sangiovese with international varieties and ageing the wine in barriques, without the traditional addition of white grapes.

Tasting Notes
Deep, intense ruby-red in colour, it opens with aromas of dark fruit, spices and floral notes, layered with hints of chocolate and leather. The palate is full and well balanced, with a persistent finish and nuances of coffee and citrus marmalade. Its structure and the estate’s stated ageing potential make it a compelling choice for the cellar; it can develop over many years, with the supplied information indicating potential to age for up to 25 years under suitable conditions.

Production
The Tignanello vineyard lies in Chianti Classico between the Greve and Pesa valleys, at 350–400 metres above sea level. Its southwest-facing slopes and limestone-rich soils, including tuffaceous material and marine marl, benefit from warm days and cool nights. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks with gentle pump-overs for colour extraction. Malolactic fermentation and subsequent ageing take place in new oak barrels, where the wine matures for around a year before further bottle rest. Harvesting methods are not specified.

Food & Serving
Serve with grilled or roasted red meat, game, or aged hard cheeses—the wine’s structure and savoury notes suit richly flavoured dishes. A serving temperature of around 16–18°C is a good guide. Decant for about an hour before serving to allow the wine to open; older bottles may benefit from gentler handling and a shorter decant.

Producer
Tignanello is made by Marchesi Antinori, a historic Tuscan wine house whose work has helped shape the region’s modern reputation. The wine is regarded as a pioneering Super Tuscan: its use of Sangiovese with Cabernet varieties and barrique ageing challenged convention and established a distinctive style. It has also received recognition from Italian wine guides including Bibenda and Gambero Rosso.

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