Antinori La BraccescaAchelo 2020

Product code: 14456
£19.25 inc VAT
Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Tuscany
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Cortona
Type
Type: Red Wine
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Shiraz/Syrah
Grape: 100% Shiraz/Syrah
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Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Tuscany
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Cortona
Type
Type: Red Wine
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Shiraz/Syrah
Grape: 100% Shiraz/Syrah

Product Notes

Antinori La Braccesca Achelo is a red wine produced in the Tuscany region of Italy. This wine is a blend of Sangiovese and Merlot grapes, and is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels. The result is a full-bodied and complex wine with aromas of cherry, blackberry, and spice. On the palate, it has a rich texture with flavors of dark fruit, cocoa, and a hint of tobacco. The tannins are firm, but velvety, and the finish is long and smooth. Antinori La Braccesca Achelo is a great choice for those who enjoy a bold and rich red wine that pairs well with hearty dishes such as grilled red meats or pasta with tomato-based sauces.

Tasting Notes

The 2017 Achelo shows an intense ruby/purple in color. On the nose, ample and enveloping notes of red and black berry fruit fuse with spicy sensations of vanilla and varietal hints of black pepper typical of Syrah. The palate is ripe and supple with a pleasurable persistence heightened by an aftertaste of black fruit such as cassis and blackberry jam along with vanilla as well.

About the Winery

Antinori La Braccesca

The history of the Italian wine label, Antinori La Braccesca dates back to 1385. The Antinori family, known for its rich winemaking experience, established this brand, which came to be known as one of Italy’s premium wine brands. Giovanni di Piero Antinori became a member of the Florentine Art of the Vinattieri in 1385. Today, 26 generations later, this estate is still run by the Antinorio family members, with the same dedication and respect to the art of winemaking.

The wines from Antinori are classified on the basis of the geographical areas from where the fruits are produced. They are Chianti Classico, Bolgheri, Montalcino, Tuscan Maremma, Montepulciano, Cortona, Tuscany, Umbria and Franciacorta.  

The Antinori Estates include the following:

  • Tignanello – Located in the heart of the Chianti Classico region, this estate has 130 hectares under the vine. Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malvasia and Trebbiano are grown here.
  • Badia a Passignano – 65 hectares under the vine, fully planted with Sangiovese
  • Peppoli – Sangiovese, Merlot, Syrah and Malvasia
  • Pian Delle Vigne – 65 hectares under the vine; fully planted with Sangiovese
  • Guardo al Tasso – 320 hectares under the vine; Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Vermentino Nero and Bianco
  • Castle of the Hall – 170 hectares under the vine;  known for indigenous varietals, Procianico and Grechetto, and international varietals like Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Pinot Bianco and Viognier
  • Montenisa – Located in Franciacorta and known for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir plantations
  • Villa Antinori – Located in Tuscany

The estates that the family holds in Italy are:

  • Aldobrandesca Farm – Located on Stephano Hills; known for Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Bianco varietals
  • The Mortelle – 170 hectares under the vine; known for native white grape varietals, Vermentino, Ansonica, Carmenere and Viognier
  • The Braccesca – Located between the borders of Montepulciano and Cortana
  • Monteloro Estate – 94 hectares under the vine; fully planted with Riesling and Pinot Bianco

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