Antinori Tignanello 2021
Wine Spectator No. 3 Wine of The Year 2024 Origin: Tignanello is the name that was given in the 1970s to a new wine produced by the ancient house of Antinori, for 26 generations, and takes its name from the Tenuta di Tignanello production area in the town ofSan Casciano in Val di Pesa. Made in 1971, Tignanello was one of the first red wines produced in the area without white grapes and with the cabernet sauvignon and cabernet franc grape varieties. Tignanello or "Tig"for short is regarded as the innovative pioneer of the modern Italian top wines, the so-called Super Tuscans, and has decisively shaped Italian viticulture. The wine is highly allocated but strive to keep it in stock for you. Tasting Notes: In the glass, Tignanello unveils an alluring ruby hue, inviting you to explore its complexity. The aroma is a captivating medley of red and black fruits, with cherries and blackberries taking center stage, interwoven with notes of cedar, tobacco, and a hint of Mediterranean herbs. This