Antinori La Bracesca Achello [2021] 750ml/Red

VIGNETO SANTA PIA

This wine is made from 100% Prugnolo Gentile grapes grown in Santa Pia, one of the famous vineyards in the Montepulciano area. Aged for 15 months in oak barrels, then bottled for 20 months before release. The 2006 Tuscany region is a great vintage rarely seen in the past. This is an excellent wine in this price range, scoring 92 Parker points! The aroma of ripe fruit and vanilla comes from the barrel, and the flavor is rich in complexity, with exquisite acidity, richness, and fruit flavor. The finish is characterized by a complex yet sophisticated style, with clean minerals and soft tannins.

Drinking time

2012-2022

variety

Prugnolo Gentile 100%

evaluation

Received 92 points from Wine Advocate magazine (Parker Points)

VINO NOBILE DI MONTEPULCIANO

The grapes grown in the Montepulciano area are mainly Prugnolo Gentile, a Sangiovese clone. In addition, small amounts of Merlot and Syrah are also planted. This Vino Nobile di Montepulciano faithfully expresses the characteristics of Montepulciano. A pure fruit flavor with hints of cherry and a gorgeous aroma of spices. It is supple and well-balanced, beautifully expressing the delicate taste of Prugnolo Gentile.

Drinking time

2012-2019

variety

90% Prugnolo Gentile, 10% Merlot

evaluation

Received 90 points from Wine Advocate magazine (Parker Points)

BRAMASOLE BRAMASOLE

The Cortona area, where this wine is produced, is a traditional wine-producing region whose history can be traced back to the days of ancient Rome. The climate is Mediterranean, influenced by winds blowing from nearby lakes, creating a perfect balance of warm weather and just the right amount of cool air, creating the perfect conditions for grapes to ripen. The 162 hectare field owned by La Brachesca is located at an altitude of 280 to 300 meters above sea level, and has a complex soil of clay and red clay layers made of volcanic ash. Many international varieties are produced in the Cortona area, but the high-quality Syrah is especially famous. The wines are produced in a rich yet elegant style. This Bramasole has spicy nuances such as cigar and black pepper, and a rich fruit flavor, with a long finish. It has an elegant, clean, and supple impression, and the flavor of Cortona's high-quality Syrah is fully expressed.

Drinking time

2012-2017

variety

Syrah 100%

evaluation

• Received 92 points from Wine Advocate magazine (Parker Points)
• Awarded 92 points by Wine Spectator magazine

ACHELO

The Cortona area, where this wine is produced, is a traditional wine-producing region whose history can be traced back to the days of ancient Rome. The climate is Mediterranean, influenced by winds blowing from nearby lakes, creating a perfect balance of warm weather and just the right amount of cool air, creating the perfect conditions for grapes to ripen. The 162 hectare field owned by La Brachesca is located at an altitude of 280 to 300 meters above sea level, and has a complex soil of clay and red clay layers made of volcanic ash. Many international varieties are produced in the Cortona area, but the high-quality Syrah is especially famous. The wines are produced in a rich yet elegant style. This is the younger brother of "Bramasole," which has received high ratings from Parker Point and Wine Spectator. Achero is named after a mythical god who loved women and wine. It is characterized by a condensed yet elegant style, and its first vintage was in 2005. You can enjoy the concentrated fruit flavor of pure raspberries, fresh acidity, and elegant tannins on the lingering finish.

variety

Syrah 100%