Tignanello Toscana IGT 2014 Marchesi Antinori Winery

Tignanello 2014: A Vintage of Unique Character

The 2014 vintage of Tignanello represents one of the most refined wines of Toscana IGT, highlighting the great care and attention dedicated to this iconic wine. Born in the homonymous vineyard of Tenuta Tignanello, located on 57 hectares of land with south-west exposure and calcareous soils of tufaceous origin, Tignanello 2014 combines the typicality of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc grapes with a carefully studied winemaking process.

Climate and Harvest

The 2014 vintage saw a mild winter with temperatures above average, which brought the budding of the vines earlier. Spring continued with a dry and mild climate, ideal for optimal flowering and fruit setting of the grapes. During the summer, frequent rains slowed down the ripening of the bunches, which began to slow down. then rebalanced in the first weeks of September, thanks to warm and sunny days. The harvest is started between the second half and of September and early October, preceded by a careful green harvest to ensure the best quality of the grapes. These conditions allowed for careful harvesting, allowing the grapes to best express their varietal character.

Winification and Refinement

The winemaking process is was conducted with extreme care. Before harvesting, defoliation and thinning operations were carried out in the vineyard, followed by a rigorous manual selection of the grapes. Fermentation is took place in truncated cone tanks, where the musts were processed to preserve the freshness of the aromas, the intensity of the color and the delicacy of the tannins. After the separation of the skins, the wine underwent malolactic fermentation in barrique, enhancing its finesse and aromatic richness. The refinement took place continued for 12-14 months in French and Hungarian oak barrels, some new and others first used. The lots were refined separately based on the variety, to then be assembled a few months before bottling, guaranteeing a harmonious and complex wine.

History and Tradition

Tignanello is one of the most famous and innovative in Tuscany. Its history began in the 1970s, when it became the first Sangiovese aged in barrique and one of the first modern red wines in the region to be blended with grape varieties. international, such as Cabernet Sauvignon. Since 1975, production no longer includes white grapes, and since 1982 the composition has been remained unchanged. Tignanello is produced only in the best vintages, making each bottle an authentic expression of the territory and the vintage itself. The combination of tradition and innovation has made Tignanello a reference for high-quality Tuscan wines.

Tasting Notes

Tignanello 2014 has an intense ruby ​​red color, enriched by fascinating violet reflections. On the nose, intense aromas of red fruit are perceived, accompanied by pleasant notes of sweet spices and berries. The olfactory whole is a perfect balance between complexity and and freshness. On the palate, the wine expresses itself with liveliness and freshness, supported by soft and balanced tannins that envelop the palate in an elegant embrace. The ending is long and persistent, giving a sensation of great harmony and satisfaction. The structure of the wine, combined with its acidity, well balanced, it confirms the aging potential of this Tignanello, making it ideal both to enjoy now and to keep in the cellar.

Acknowledgements

The 2014 vintage of Tignanello has obtained important recognition from international critics. In particular, Vinous has assigned a prestigious score of 96/100, underlining the quality and the elegance of this wine, which continues to stand out as one of the best Tuscan reds on the world scene.