Tignanello 2021

€149.16

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Marchesi Antinori Tignanello 2021

Tignanello is produced from the vineyard of the same name, located in Tenuta Tignanello, on 57 hectares of south-west-facing land, of limestone origin with tuffaceous elements, at an altitude of between 350 and 400 metres above sea level.

Vinification: During the fermentation process in truncated-conical vats, the musts were macerated with extreme attention to preserving the aromas, extracting the colour and managing the sweetness and elegance of the tannins. Destemming is only carried out after careful daily tastings. Malolactic fermentation takes place in barrels to emphasise the finesse and complexity of the aromas. Ageing took place in French and Hungarian oak barrels, mostly new, for a total period of around 15 months; it aged for a further 12 months in bottle.

Producer's tasting notes: Tignanello 2021 has an intense ruby red colour with purple reflections. The nose is complex: notes of ripe plum, blackberry and candied orange peel alternate with pleasant sensations of dark chocolate, caramel and liquorice; sweet nuances of tobacco complete the bouquet. The palate is rich, graceful, intense and characterised by sweet, vibrant tannins and a long, persistent finish.

Varieties: Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.

Wine Type: Red Wine
Format: 0,75L
Vintage: 2021
Castes: Sangiovese
Country: Italy
Region: Toscânia
Robert Parker: 98
James Suckling: 96

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First made in 1971, this legendary Italian wine now celebrates its 50th birthday. Happy Birthday, Tignanello! The Marchesi Antinori 2021 Tignanello (made with 79% Sangiovese, 13% Cabernet Sauvignon and 8% Cabernet Franc) pulls on all the heartstrings. To be released in May, the wine shows a quintessentially pretty taste profile with tart fruit flavors, redcurrant, tea leaf, heritage rose, crushed white pepper, licorice, nutmeg, clove and chopped mint. It opens slowly to reveal more richness and exuberance with time, becoming downright voluptuous and heady a short while later. The through line, however, remains the bright freshness and minerality of Sangiovese. Compared to the 2018 vintage (which I also loved), this vintage has more overall fruit weight and volume. (ML)

The 2021 Tignanello is every bit as impressive from bottle as it was from barrel and then just after bottling. Silky and polished, with exceptional finesse, the 2021 has all the pedigree to become a modern benchmark for Tignanello and Italian wine more broadly. Bright dark red fruit, blood orange, spice, cedar and sweet pipe tobacco all soar out of the glass, framed by a discreet touch of French oak that adds raciness. In some vintages, the elements are discernible. In 2021, it is the total harmony of the wine that makes the strongest and deepest impression. The 2021 spent 17 months in wood, three months in neutral oak during the malolactic fermentation and then 14 months (50% new) for the rest of its aging. Superb. (AG)

The currants and spices are very pretty, with some hazelnut undertones. Medium- to full-bodied with juicy tannins and a flavorful finish. Very structured for a Tignanello, with medium chewy tannins and a flavorful finish. Very polished and curated with a deft winemaking hand coming through. Needs three or four years to soften, but it’s all there