Antinori – Tignanello 2014
Toscana IGT – Italy 🇮🇹
Blend: Predominantly Sangiovese with Cabernet Sauvignon & Cabernet Franc
Overview
A benchmark Super Tuscan, Tignanello has been at the forefront of Italy’s modern wine movement since the 1970s. The 2014 vintage, from a cooler and more challenging year, shows the estate’s skill in crafting balance, depth, and elegance even when conditions were less than ideal. (Educational note: Tignanello was one of the first wines to break Chianti Classico tradition by blending Sangiovese with international varieties and aging in small French oak barrels.)
Aromas & Flavors
Blackberries, cherries, and currants form the core, wrapped in notes of violet, spice, and tobacco. Subtle cedar and cocoa tones from oak integration add depth without overpowering the fruit.
Mouthfeel
Medium to full-bodied, silky in texture with medium-plus tannins that frame the fruit beautifully. Balanced acidity keeps the wine fresh, while the finish lingers with spice and dark fruit.
Food Pairings
Excellent with bistecca alla Fiorentina, lamb chops, or wild boar ragu. Also pairs with aged pecorino or truffle-infused pasta.
Verdict
A Super Tuscan you simply cannot miss. The 2014 Tignanello is elegant, balanced, and layered — proof that even in a cooler vintage, Antinori delivers sophistication and finesse. 🍷
Did You Know?
Tignanello was first released in 1971 and is often credited with sparking the “Super Tuscan” revolution, redefining Italian fine wine. — 8 years ago
Very good vine under 20$ — 9 years ago
12'Casavecchia Alla Piazza Buondonno Campo ai Ciliegi Toscana IGT Syrah. I've tried dozens of wines in Tuscany under €40. This wine is worth twice the price! A truly can't miss wine! Recommend highly! Edit- I've already ordered the 2013 to be delivered to my home. At €20 !! Can you say party pleaser👍. — 9 years ago
Somewhere between old and new world style, fruit and flowers and a good finish, excellent for $10 — 10 years ago
Campo alla sughera 2008 — 10 years ago
2009 vintage - Cab Sauv, Cab Franc, Merlot, Petite Verdot. Lovely nose with dark berries and flowers. The palate is deep, dark and full of tart lack fruit with tobacco and hints of anise. — 11 years ago
80 Sangiovese and 20 cab so an igt — 11 years ago
Jammy / blackberry / balance - no sour finish as I get from most of these wine — 13 years ago
Vintage cellar — 8 years ago
Tuscan blend enjoyed in Volterra — 8 years ago
Фундук, малина, ежевика, калина, шелковица, свежая смола, специи, щепотка земли. Относительно тонкая, прозрачная концентрация, в хорошей форме, уже чуть тронутая возрастом. Мягко, в меру глубоко, но не слишком сложно. Очень корректно, но хочется чуть большего. — 9 years ago
Good wine, very light and earthy — 10 years ago
Colli senesi Chianti is probably the most underrated old world style wine on the planet. The nose is bacon fat, mixed with sopressata. The palate is smooth and drinkable. Perfect food pairing. The nose is the incredible part though. Wow. — 10 years ago
2011. Very good. Buy again. Great taste for the price, too. — 11 years ago
Fruity and sweet without being sugary. Paired really well with cacio de Pepe. — 11 years ago
Lever house — 13 years ago
Wonderful Sangiovese wine! Full fruit nose with a smooth finish! — 8 years ago
Imperial tasting — 8 years ago
Small italian restaurant in Verona WI by the glass... — 9 years ago
Low alcohol but dry. Very refreshing — 10 years ago
16/20 (91/100)
Много вишни и черешни, тост, мак, замша. Хорошо, многопланово, молодо. Вкус полный, чай, ягоды, свежий. Небольшие творожные и маковые ноты. Насыщенно, богато. Хорошо.
#anteprimanobile2015 — 10 years ago
Taut licorice, leather and thyme. Beautiful, elegant and regal. — 11 years ago
Très bon chianti a renouvelet — 11 years ago
Gregg Gaut
From Total Wine — 7 years ago