Marchesi Antinori – Tignanello 2011 – Tuscany Italy

Marchesi Antinori Tignanello 2011 is a Sangiovese-led Toscana IGT from the namesake vineyard at Tenuta Tignanello in Tuscany, blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. The estate aged the wine for 12–14 months in French and Hungarian oak barrels.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grapes: Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
• Region / Appellation: Toscana IGT, Tuscany, Italy
• Vintage: 2011
• Aging: 12–14 months in French and Hungarian oak barrels
• Style: Structured, balanced Super Tuscan red

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Fruit: Plum and cherry
• Aromatic Detail: Mint and licorice
• Structure: Harmonious with solid, supple tannins
• Finish: Rich, savory, and persistent

The estate describes the 2011 as ripe yet fresh, with dark fruit, mint, and licorice carried by tonic acidity and supple tannins.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Exact-vintage estate aging in French and Hungarian oak
• Produced exclusively from the historic Tignanello vineyard
• Balances ripe fruit with freshness and supple structure

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Grilled steak or roast beef
• Wild mushroom or truffle pasta
• Aged Pecorino Toscano

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors of structured Super Tuscan wines
✓ Drinkers who enjoy Sangiovese with Cabernet depth and freshness
✕ Not ideal if you prefer light, simple reds