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The House of Antinori, a venerable name in the world of Italian wine, embodies a rich history and ongoing passion for viticulture that dates back over six centuries.
Founded in 1385 in Florence, is one of the oldest wine-producing families in the world, playing a key role in promoting Tuscan viticulture and contributing to the international renown of Italian wines.
The family's history is a tale of dedication to winemaking excellence, passed down from generation to generation. Successive family members have combined tradition and innovation, constantly adapting their winemaking practices to stay at the forefront of the industry. Their perseverance has spanned centuries of history, wars and societal change, making the family an immutable pillar of the Italian wine world.
The Domaine extends over a significant number of hectares, with vineyards spread across different regions of Italy. The diversity of terroirs, ranging from Tuscan hills to sunny coasts, offers a range of ideal conditions for different grape varieties. The Antinori family owns vineyards both in Tuscany and in other renowned Italian wine regions, each bringing its own distinct character to the family's wines.
The grape varieties of Domaine reflect the rich variety of classic Italian grape varieties. Sangiovese, emblematic of Tuscany, often takes center... See more ...
Brasccesca, located in Tuscany between the prestigious Montepulciano and Cortona appellations, has been owned by the Antinori family since 1990. It takes its name from the Counts Bracci, owners of the old farmhouse on which Domaine was built.
The 334 hectares of vineyards are home to two of Italy's most emblematic grape varieties: Sangiovese, which gives rise to the traditional Nobile di Montepulciano, an elegant, racy wine, and Syrah, which gives rise to the innovative Syrah di Cortana, a rich, structured wine.
Thanks to meticulous viticulture and winemaking that combine innovation and respect for tradition, La Braccesca has established itself as a benchmark for great Tuscan wines. The clay soils and rather Sec arid climate provide an ideal terroir for the expression of Syrah and Sangiovese. In the winery, traditional methods and cutting-edge technology are combined to bring out the best in the wine, while preserving the family heritage.
Tasting notes:
Achelo is a cuvée made from Syrah grown in the Cortona appellation, a Tuscan terroir renowned for the excellent adaptation of this grape variety. It is the embodiment of elegance and gourmandise, with a beautiful aromatic expression. Garnet-red in color, it offers an intense nose with notes of blueberry, blackberry and black cherry. A touch of wood and chocolate add complexity after aeration. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied from the outset, with a silky texture. The tannic charge is finely chiselled and a little acidity gives the wine a fine balance. The fruit and spice aromas are fully expressed and continue through to the lingering finish, marked by a hint of balsamic.
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