Tignanello 2022 – Antinori’s pride and joy shines once again!

Tignanello is widely regarded as one of the most influential wines in the history of modern Italian winemaking. Produced by the Antinori family at their Tignanello estate in the heart of Tuscany’s Chianti Classico zone, it emerged in 1970 as a radical departure from traditional Chianti rules. At a time when the Chianti DOC strictly required a blend of Sangiovese with Canaiolo and white grapes, Antinori decided to vinify a Sangiovese-dominant wine with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, and exclude the white grapes entirely. This bold move was initially controversial but ultimately transformative, laying the groundwork for the Super Tuscan movement.

Tignanello demonstrated that Sangiovese could be paired with international varieties to create wines of exceptional quality, complexity, and aging potential without adhering to DOC regulations. Its release signaled a shift in Italian wine philosophy: winemakers could prioritize quality, terroir expression, and innovation over rigid tradition. The wine’s success — both critically and commercially — encouraged others in Tuscany to experiment, giving rise to icons like Sassicaia, Ornellaia, and Solaia, collectively defining the Super Tuscan category.

Beyond Tuscany, Tignanello’s influence extends to all of Italian wine, as it challenged the notion that Italy’s finest reds could only be traditional blends dictated by appellation laws. It helped elevate global perceptions of Italian wine, showing that Italy could produce wines rivaling Bordeaux in sophistication and longevity while remaining unmistakably Italian in character. Today, Tignanello is not only a benchmark for quality and innovation but also a symbol of Tuscany’s ability to balance heritage, creativity, and excellence in winemaking.

The 2022 Tignanello presents a deep ruby red color with purple hues, signaling its youth and intensity. The nose is complex and aromatic, offering ripe black cherries, pomegranate seeds, and delicate floral notes of violets. These are complemented by fresh balsamic hints, adding depth and freshness to the bouquet. Subtle nuances of vanilla and cotton candy provide an elegant sweetness, enhancing the wine's aromatic profile.

On the palate, Tignanello 2022 is dense yet fresh, showcasing supple, savory tannins that impart a dynamic impact. The wine's structure is balanced, with a vibrant acidity supporting its richness. The finish is long and lingering, echoing the aromas perceived on the nose, leaving a lasting impression of elegance and complexity.

This vintage exemplifies the Antinori family's commitment to blending tradition with innovation, resulting in a wine that is both timeless and contemporary.

Special Price $169.99

Older Vintages of Tignanello from our Cellar

Antinori Tignanello 2005

Special Price $299.99 - 2 btls available

Antinori Tignanello 2007 750ml

Special Price $349.99 - 15 btls available

Antinori Tignanello 2011 750ml

Special Price $249.99 - 21 btls available

Antinori Tignanello 2012 750ml

Special Price $229.99 - 3 btls available

Antinori Tignanello 2013 750ml

Special Price $229.99 - 19 btls available

Antinori Tignanello 2015 750ml

Special Price $229.99 - 14 btls available

Antinori Tignanello 2016 375ml

Special Price $139.99 - 9 btls available

The Older Tignanello is in our cellar and ready for delivery

The 2022 Solaia stands as newest heir to the throne, continuing its proud tradition with an irresistible bouquet of dark berries, refined spice, and delicate hints of tobacco. On the palate it is full-bodied yet impeccably balanced, with velvety tannins and a lingering, elegant finish that reflects both heritage and modern finesse. The Antinori brilliance came through in 2022 yielding a wine of remarkable density, concentration, and freshness. It brims with woodland berries, balsamic herbs, and chocolatey wood, framed by firm yet supple tannins and carried through to a long, energetic finish.

The blend—about 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Sangiovese, and 10% Cabernet Franc—comes from meticulously selected parcels within the Solaia vineyard. This careful composition creates a wine with striking layers of expression. The nose reveals dark berries, subtle spice, whispers of tobacco, and nuanced woodland and balsamic herbs. The palate is rich and full, yet refined, its velvety tannins lifted by balancing acidity and tapering into a polished, elegant finish where sweet tobacco and herbaceous notes echo softly. Structurally, it is both dense and concentrated while retaining vibrancy, combining power with finesse in a distinctly Tuscan way—marked by a saline, slightly iron-tinged core, the floral lift of Cabernet Franc, and evocative accents of eucalyptus, balsam, and dark chocolate.

Already showing approachability, the 2022 Solaia is nonetheless built for longevity and will reward patience, deserving cellaring until at least 2026 to reveal its fullest refinement. More than just a wine, it reasserts Solaia’s supremacy across Central Tuscany—a legacy in a bottle. For those who seek noble complexity, elegance paired with strength, and depth born of terroir, there is truly no substitute.

2022 Antinori Solaia

Special Price: $429.99 – extremely limited availability

2022 Solaia is on US soil and will be ready to start shipping circa early December

Older Vintages of Solaia from our Cellar

Antinori Solaia 2011 750ml

Special Price $389.99 - 2 btls available

Antinori Solaia 2019 750ml

Special Price $399.99 - 23 btls available

The Older Solaia is in our cellar and ready for delivery