Antinori La BraccescaSabazio 2022

Product code: 16979
£16.75 inc VAT
£100.50 / case of 6
Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Tuscany
Type
Type: Red Wine
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Merlot, Sangiovese
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Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Tuscany
Type
Type: Red Wine
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Merlot, Sangiovese

Product Notes

Antinori La Braccesca Sabazio wine hails from Tuscany, Italy's famed winemaking region. This sophisticated, expressive red wine encapsulates the refinement of the Antinori family's skilled winemaking. Bright ruby in colour, it opens with vibrant, fruity aromas of black cherries and wild berries. Its palate is incredibly smooth and balanced, showcasing delightful flavours of plum, raspberry, and a hint of spice. Finished with soft tannins and a lasting finish, Antinori La Braccesca Sabazio wine is a vinous testament to Tuscany's rich viticultural heritage and is perfect complement to a variety of cuisines, especially rich pasta dishes.

Tasting Notes

The 2018 vintage of Sabazio showsarubyred color. The nose is striking for fresh, floral notes ofvioletsand roses which well balance the typicalaromas of cherries. The palate is fresh and elegant with silkyand pleasurable tannins. The finish and aftertaste of Sabazio are tasty, with lingering sensations which recall the aromas first felt on the nose.

About the Winery

Antinori La Braccesca

Located in the scenic region of Montepulciano, Italy, Antinori La Braccesca Winery is a haven for wine connoisseurs, offering an unmatched viticultural experience. As a part of the Antinori family's wine estates, which spans over six centuries in the business, La Braccesca is steeped in history and tradition.

This illustrious Italian winery sits on an expansive 508 hectares of land, dotted with lush vineyards - an ideal environment for quality wine production. The cultivated area accounts for 340 hectares, graced by the perfect climate and soil conditions, and in particular, the renowned Prugnolo Gentile grape variety. Through its wine production, Antinori La Braccesca is known for expertly blending innovation and old-world traditions, giving birth to exceptional wines.

The winery's extensive selection of wines emanates from two fundamentally contrasting terroirs within the estate. Predominantly, the wines are crafted from the Vino Nobile di Montepulciano appellation, widely recognised for its robust flavour profiles. Furthermore, the Sabazio Rosso di Montepulciano offers a wonderfully balanced red wine, accenting the authenticity and character of the terroir.

Visiting Antinori La Braccesca winery is indeed an immersive experience. One gets a rare glimpse into the entire winemaking process, from grape cultivation to bottling. Visitors also have the privilege to sample the estate’s exquisite wine varieties under guided tasting sessions::

In essence, Antinori La Braccesca winery reveals a symphony of history, tradition, and innovation beautifully entwined in its vineyards and its bottles. It stands as a testament to the Antinori family's unwavering passion for winemaking - an estate that never ceases to enchant its visitors with its idyllic landscape, history-soaked ambience, and most importantly, the stunning array of top-tier wines.

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