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2016 Antinori "Tignanello" Toscana

2016 Antinori "Tignanello" Toscana

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$299.99

Pre-Arrival: Estimated to be available for delivery or pickup by 1/31/2027.

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Kerin O'Keefe

Reviewed December 2019
Underbrush, plum, blue flower, cocoa and balsamic notes are just some of the aromas you’ll find on this fragrant, savory red. Polished and delicious, it boasts an earthy finesse and is loaded with personality, doling out juicy Marasca cherry, ripe blackberry, licorice, tobacco and an appealing hint of game that imparts even more depth. Silky tannins and bright acidity keep it balanced and supremely elegant. It’s already tempting but will also age beautifully. (KO)

Professional Reviews

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Wine Enthusiast

Review Date: 05/2020
This fragrant, savory red carries aromas of underbrush, plum, blue flower, cocoa and camphor on the nose. The polished palate boasts juicy Marasca cherry, ripe blackberry, licorice, tobacco and an appealing hint of game. Silky tannins and bright acidity keep it balanced and elegant. Drink through 2036. *#1 Top 100 Cellar Selections of 2020* (KO)

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Vinous

Review Date: 08/2019
The 2016 Tignanello is flat out stunning. Dark, dense and resonant, the 2016 is a wonderfully complete wine that will provide readers with decades of pure drinking pleasure. The 2016 is especially dark and brooding, and yet the tannins are incredibly polished to the point of being perceptible. In the glass, the 2016 is complete and regal, perhaps because of the super-classic blend of 80% Sangiovese, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc. The pedigree of the vintage comes through in the wine's extraordinary balance and total sense of finesse. I don't think there is another wine anywhere in the world made entirely from estate fruit that can match Tignanello for quality, consistency and value within its peer group of top-flight reds. (AG)

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James Suckling

Review Date: 04/2019
Wonderful aromas of pine needles, rosemary, fresh mushrooms, bark and dark fruit. Full body. Very tight and tannic backbone. Racy and driven. Undertones of orange peel and wet earth. Even licorice and mint. Great finish. Better after 2021, but exciting to taste now. (JS)

Notes

The Antinori "Tignanello" Toscana 2016 is a standout vintage from one of Italy's most iconic wines. Produced by the historic Antinori family, whose winemaking legacy dates back to 1385, Tignanello was one of the original Super Tuscans, first introduced in 1971. The estate is located in the heart of the Chianti Classico region, where the unique combination of limestone-rich soils and a warm Tuscan climate create ideal conditions for crafting world-class wines. The 2016 vintage was marked by a near-perfect growing season, allowing the Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc grapes to reach optimal ripeness. The wine offers an aromatic bouquet of black cherries, blackcurrants, and a touch of tobacco, with hints of spice and vanilla from aging in French and Hungarian oak barrels. On the palate, it is full-bodied and structured, with fine-grained tannins and a long, elegant finish. Tignanello 2016 is a superb representation of the estate's dedication to quality and innovation, embodying the best of Tuscan winemaking while pushing the boundaries of tradition. Ideal for pairing with grilled meats, pasta dishes, or enjoyed on its own, this wine is destined to age beautifully for many years.

Details

TypeRed Wine
VarietalSangiovese
OriginSuper Tuscan, Tuscany, Italy
Bottle Size750 mL
SKU1433743
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