2010 Tignanello
By Antinori
The 2010 Tignanello from Antinori, Tuscany, Italy
Antinori, one of Italy's most prolific and innovative wine producers, wields immense influence in the world of fine wines, and rightly so. Their 2010 Tignanello, hailing from the heartlands of Tuscany, is a paragon of their creative prowess and a powerful representation of the distinctive 2010 vintage.
A Quintessential Expression of the Vintage
As an investor in fine wines from Italy, the 2010 Tignanello might be your 'perfect storm'. The year was marked by weather variations that favoured slow and regular ripening of the grapes, conditions that have expertly translated into the resulting wine. Intense aromas of red fruits lace the nose, while the palate unfurls to reveal layers of blanched almonds, marasca cherries and balsamic herbs. A silky mouthfeel is supported by seamlessly integrated tannins, resulting in a wine that carries its remarkable complexity with an eloquent grace.
Investment Potential Par Excellence
When discussing the 2010 Tignanello from Antinori as an investment opportunity, it goes without saying that its intrinsic value is married to its performance over time. Through excellent weather conditions and skilful viniculture practices, this Italian masterpiece promises advantageous returns for savvy investors.
A Timeless Testament to Tuscan Elegance
Often regarded as one of SHarz Sangiovese’s most exemplary showcases, the 2010 Tignanello speaks volumes about Antinori's dedication towards expressing the unique traits of its given vintage. Its distinctive characteristics set it apart as a prime asset in any wine portfolio and a perennial highlight for collectors touring the annals of the finest Italian vintages.
Infused with an uncompromising artisanal spirit, embodying the essence of the unique vinicultural year of 2010, this Tignanello from Antinori reminds us of what draws us to fine wines in the first place - an unparalleled romance between mother nature and human innovation.
Current market price
£1,756.00
12x75cl
Highest score
94
POP score
125.43
Scores and tasting notes
Humming with energy and life from the very moment you put your nose in the glass, Marchesi Antinori’s 2010 Tignanello shows magnificent aromatic layering and an enormous capacity to peel back and reveal itself in beautiful slow motion. This is an articulate wine with a long story to tell about the quality of its profound 2010 fruit. This Tignanello has the elegance of 2004 and the structure of 2007. A brief note on the structure: The mouthfeel here is not broad and big. Instead, it shows a sharp and elegantly streamlined feel with impressive persistency. Compared to 2009, the Sangiovese component is slightly higher with 80% of the noble Tuscan variety followed by 15% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2035. The past 12 months mark one of the most exciting times in the long, long history of Antinori. Marchese Piero Antinori and his daughters inaugurated their monumental winery in Bargino, about 20 minutes from Florence in late 2012 after a series of last-minute preparations and sleepless nights. Winery doors officially opened to the public in 2013. It would be impossible to exaggerate to grandeur of this sprawling, multimillion-dollar underground edifice. Angelo Gaja told me at the opening that Antinori’s new winery is the most revolutionary event in modern Italian wine. I agree. With a museum, restaurant and tasting area, it represents Italy’s most ambitious effort yet to make wine the ultimate destination. Importer: Ste. Michele Wine Estates; www.ste-michelle.com
Monica Larner - The Wine Advocate, 28 August 2013