Tenuta Tignanello – Tignanello 2012 – Tuscany Italy

Tignanello 2012 is a Sangiovese-led Tuscan red from the vineyard of the same name, supported by Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Careful grape selection and separate lot aging shaped a vintage that combines breadth with a supple, balanced texture.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grapes: Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
• Region / Appellation: Toscana IGT, Tuscany, Italy
• Vintage: 2012
• Aging: Approximately 12–14 months in French and Hungarian oak barrels, partly new and partly once-used
• Style: Dry, full-bodied still red

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

Cherry and plum notes mingle with spice, smoke and herbal hints of rosemary. The palate is broad and elegant, with well-integrated oak and a long finish that brings together fruit and spice.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Sangiovese at the center of a distinctive Tuscan blend
• French and Hungarian oak used to support the wine’s texture
• A mature vintage with a broad palate and integrated structure

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Bistecca alla Fiorentina
• Roast lamb
• Pappardelle with wild boar ragù

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Sangiovese drinkers exploring an established Tuscan blend
✓ Collectors interested in the 2012 Tignanello vintage
✕ Not ideal if you want a very light red or a wine without oak influence

Scores

96 points — James Suckling