Marchesi AntinoriTuscany, Italy
Why you'll love it
The 2016 vintage is considered one of the finest expressions of Tignanello, showcasing exceptional harmony and depth. Its impeccable balance and aging potential make it a standout choice for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Aromas of ripe red fruits, blackberry, and wild berries intertwine with delicate notes of vanilla, dark chocolate, and subtle spices. On the palate, it's vibrant and balanced, featuring silky, refined tannins and a long, complex finish.
Pairs excellently with grilled meats, hearty pasta dishes, or aged cheeses. Its structure and complexity also complement dishes like beef tenderloin or lamb shanks.
Best known in Loire Valley, Bordeaux
Lighter and more fragrant than its famous offspring, Cabernet Sauvignon. Red berries, violets, graphite and a leafy freshness. In the Loire it shines on its own; in Bordeaux it adds perfume to the blend.
Best known in Bordeaux, Napa Valley, Coonawarra
The backbone of Bordeaux and the world's most famous red grape. Blackcurrant, cedar and firm tannins, with real ageing potential. Riper climates give plusher fruit; cooler ones more structure and leafy freshness.
Best known in Tuscany, Emilia-Romagna
Italy's most important red grape. Sour cherry, tomato leaf, herbs and firm acidity, with tannins that love food. It is the grape behind Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, and ranges from light and lively to deep and ageworthy.
Italy
Italy's most celebrated wine region. Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano — all Sangiovese, all distinct. The Super Tuscans broke the rules in the 1970s and created an entirely new style. Hills, cypress trees, and wine that belongs on the table.
Tuscany, Italy
Marchesi Antinori first made Tignanello in 1971, a pioneering Super Tuscan. Love Wine stocks the 2016, a blend of 80% Sangiovese, 13% Cabernet Sauvignon and 7% Cabernet Franc, from Tuscany.
More from Marchesi Antinori →Tignanello is a pioneering Super Tuscan wine, first produced in 1971 by Marchesi Antinori. The 2016 vintage is a blend of 80% Sangiovese, 13% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 7% Cabernet Franc, aged for 14-16 months in French and Hungarian oak barrels. This wine reflects the unique terroir of the Tignanello vineyard in Tuscany's Chianti Classico region.
If you like these, you'll love this: Fans of Bordeaux blends or other Super Tuscans like Sassicaia or Ornellaia will appreciate the elegance and complexity of Tignanello 2016.
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