{"product_id":"marchesi-antinori-tignanello-2023","title":"Marchesi Antinori Tignanello 2023","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine is it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTignanello by Antinori is a still red wine from Tuscany, created from a \u003cstrong\u003eblend of Sangiovese\u003c\/strong\u003e, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. This wine stands out for its structured profile, historically known for being among the first to exclude the use of white grapes in its region of origin. In the glass, it displays a \u003cstrong\u003every intense ruby red colour\u003c\/strong\u003e, with clear aromas of dark fruit, spices, flowers, chocolate and leather. On the palate, it is dense and persistent, with notes of coffee and citrus jam, offering a \u003cstrong\u003erounded and balanced sip\u003c\/strong\u003e capable of extraordinary longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere does it come from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTignanello originates from the vineyard of the same name located in the Chianti Classico area, between the valleys of the Greve and Pesa rivers. The vines grow at an altitude of between 350 and 400 metres on \u003cstrong\u003elimestone soils\u003c\/strong\u003e enriched with tuffaceous components and marine marl. This specific geological composition gives the wine a pronounced savouriness. The favourable \u003cstrong\u003esouth-west exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e and the climate characterised by \u003cstrong\u003ewarm days and cool nights\u003c\/strong\u003e promote the perfect ripening of the grapes, ensuring great aromatic intensity and a solid ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is it produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinification begins with fermentation in \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e at a controlled temperature, accompanied by gentle pumping over for optimal colour extraction. The process continues in \u003cstrong\u003enew oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the malolactic fermentation necessary to harmonise the natural acidity takes place. Ageing continues in wood for about a year. Finally, a prolonged \u003cstrong\u003erest in the bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e allows the body and all the aromatic components of the wine to be perfectly balanced before it is released for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn on the renowned Tuscan estate located between the valleys of Greve and Pesa, \u003cstrong\u003eTignanello by Antinori\u003c\/strong\u003e is a true icon of world oenology. A pioneer of the \u003cstrong\u003eSuper Tuscans\u003c\/strong\u003e, it revolutionised tradition by becoming the first Sangiovese aged in barriques and blended without the use of white grapes. Its vineyards thrive at altitudes between 350 and 400 metres on prized calcareous-tuffaceous soils, ensuring a longevity that can reach up to 25 years. Multi-awarded by Bibenda and Gambero Rosso, it represents a \u003cstrong\u003ecollectable masterpiece\u003c\/strong\u003e of rare elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tignanello (Antinori)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46299531772075,"sku":"60736","price":135.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/marchesi-antinori-tignanello-2023_60736_1_aa7ec428-47ab-493b-b6d9-f6ccf73642dc.webp?v=1776435227","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-nl\/products\/marchesi-antinori-tignanello-2023","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}