The story of Tignanello begins in the early 1970s, when Antinori, one of the oldest and most prestigious winemaking families in Italy, decided to create a new type of wine that would break with the traditional norms of the time. They wanted to make a wine that was richer, more complex, and more flavorful, a wine that would stand out from the rest and become a true expression of the Tuscan terroir.
To achieve this, they experimented with new techniques and blends, combining the traditional Sangiovese grape with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. The result was Tignanello, a wine that was unlike anything that had been made before.
Tignanello is produced from grapes grown on the vineyards surrounding the Antinori estate in the heart of the Chianti Classico region. The vineyards are situated at an altitude of 500-600 meters above sea level, where the climate is mild and the soil is rich in nutrients, providing the perfect conditions for the grapes to flourish.
The wine is made using traditional methods, with the grapes being hand-picked and fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. After the fermentation, the wine is aged in oak barrels for a minimum of 12 months, during which time it acquires its rich, complex flavor profile.
What sets Tignanello apart from other wines is its unique blend of grapes. The Sangiovese grape provides the wine with its bold, spicy character, while the Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc contribute their rich, fruity flavors and firm tannins. The combination of these three grapes creates a wine that is full-bodied and intense, with a long and satisfying finish.
Today, Tignanello remains one of the most sought-after wines in the world, a true expression of the Tuscan terroir and a testament to the craftsmanship and passion of the Antinori family. It is a wine that continues to captivate the hearts of wine lovers everywhere, and its legacy lives on in the words of Hemingway and the memories it evokes.
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