Ratings
James Suckling 96/100 · Vinous 95/100 · Wine Spectator 94/100 · Robert Parker 94/100 · Falstaff 94/100
Identity
| Producer | Marchesi Antinori Srl |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Gran Selezione DOCG |
| Grapes | 100% Sangiovese |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Deep ruby red with garnet hues |
| Aroma | Ripe black and sour cherries, tangy red fruit, violet, dog rose, vanilla, chocolate, coffee, cloves, cinnamon, blood orange, lavender, leather, balsamic tones |
| Palate | Enveloping entrance, vibrant and silky tannins, balanced acidity, intense red fruit flavors, hints of dark chocolate, leather, and minerals, well-structured and elegant |
| Finish | Long, persistent, and savory finish with aftertaste of bitter cocoa, citrus fruits, red fruit, herbs, and gentle spice |
| Food Pairing | Perfect with grilled steak, Florentine steak, ragù, pecorino cheese, and game meats |
| Aging Potential | 10-20 years |
| Serving Glassware | Large red wine glass |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 14.0 |
| Aging Process | Aged 12-14 months in a mix of Hungarian and French oak barrels (barriques), with spontaneous malolactic fermentation in oak |
| Fermentation | Fermentation lasts about 10 days with maceration on skins for 10-12 days, followed by spontaneous malolactic fermentation in oak barrels |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 250-300 m |
| Soil | Calcareous (limestone-rich) soil |
| Vine Age | Old clones from Tignanello vineyards |
| Harvest Type | Manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are carefully hand-harvested from the historic vineyards surrounding the abbey |
Interesting facts
| Estate purchased by Antinori family in 1987; vineyards surround a historic abbey dating back over 1000 years; cellars are medieval from the 10th century; flagship Sangiovese expression for Antinori |