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1997 Antinori - Tignanello Proprietary Blend - Italy - Tuscany - Red

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Italy - Tuscany

Red Proprietary Blend
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93
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Comm: 2009-2015 VF: 2002-2015
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Producer Notes

Although the Antinori family has been making wine for over 600 years and is steeped in tradition, they haven't been afraid to modernize production and to take an innovative approach to blending. One result is the world famous Super Tuscan "Tignanello," a blend of Sangiovese (85%), Cabernet Sauvignon (10%), and Cabernet Franc (5%). This term refers to any Italian-made red wine that falls outside... More »



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Community Tasting Notes average score of 93 points based upon 6 reviews

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Author Walter Z
Site / Blog Trust Rating 96%
Tasted On 11/03/2009
Drink Dates 2009-2015

Cab nose -black fruit. Angular on the palate-Sangiovese is prominent on the finish. Deep ruby color. No signs of age.

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Author Scooter
Site / Blog Trust Rating 98%
Tasted On 05/15/2009

Nearing its peak, tannins almost fully absorbed by the fruit; currants and violets, with cabernet dominating; finish is smooth and long

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Author Carlo L
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Tasted On 01/10/2009

Very smooth mouth feel with fully integrated tannins, plums and cherries on the front, earth and licorice on the midpalate with a nice finish.

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Author Anon
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Tasted On 07/07/2008
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Author Robert P364
Site / Blog Trust Rating 73%
Tasted On 04/02/2007

Very good wine -better than i though it would be drinking well now

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Author Johnnymd
Site / Blog Trust Rating 96%
Tasted On 02/01/2006
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