About this winery

The Antinori family has been in the wine business since Giovanni di Piero Antinori joined the Florentine Guild of Vintners in 1385 - more than 26 generations ago. Throughout the company's long history it has remained family owned and operated, and today it is directed by Marchese Piero Antinori. Though Antinori has played an important role in preserving Italy's enological traditions it is also one of Italy's most dynamic and visionary producers of fine wines, with estates concentrated in the...

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Production notes

The harvested grapes were taken to the winery, destemmed, lightly crushed and transferred to stainless steel tanks where the alcoholic fermentation took place at a controlled temperature of 25°C (77°F) over a period of approximately 8 to 10 days. After the malolactic fermentation was completed, the wine was aged for approximately 10 months.

Tasting notes

Pian delle Vigne Rosso di Montalcino DOC is a vibrant ruby red color. Its nose offers aromas of small red fruits, in particular gooseberry and raspberry, followed by floral notes of rosehip and lavender and light notes of candied citron. The flavors on the palate are fragrant with lively tannins that lead to a long, vibrant and savory finish.