Tignanello | Marchesi Antinori

A wine that changed the course of Tuscany, Tignanello remains a benchmark of modern Italian expression.

The Estate

Marchesi Antinori is one of Italy’s oldest and most respected wine families, with a history spanning over 600 years. Tignanello, first released in the 1970s, marked a turning point for Tuscan wine, breaking with tradition to create a new style that would later define the Super Tuscan movement.

The Vineyards

Tignanello comes from a single vineyard within the Tenuta Tignanello estate in the heart of Chianti Classico. The site sits at elevation with limestone-rich soils, providing structure and finesse, while the warm Tuscan climate ensures full ripening and depth.

The Wines

Tignanello combines Sangiovese with small amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, resulting in a wine that balances tradition with innovation. It is known for its structure, polish, and consistency, with the ability to age gracefully over time.

Key wines include:

• Tignanello

• Solaia

Notable Details

• First produced in 1971 as a departure from traditional Chianti regulations

• One of the original wines to inspire the “Super Tuscan” category

• Among the first to age Sangiovese in small oak barrels

• Produced from a single vineyard within Tenuta Tignanello

• Remains one of Italy’s most recognised and collected wines

In Allocation

With strong global demand and consistent critical acclaim, Tignanello is tightly distributed each year. Allocations remain limited, particularly for sought-after vintages, making early access essential.