Antinori - La Braccesca : Bramasole 2019

A Tuscan red wine with wonderful freshness and depth

The estate

Antinori - La Braccesca is an emblematic winery in Italy's Tuscany region. It is part of the history of the prestigious Antinori family, renowned for its unwavering commitment to producing wines of exceptional quality for over six centuries. Located between the towns of Montepulciano and Cortona, the estate is a veritable jewel in the crown of Tuscany's wine-growing heritage, bearing witness to the know-how and passion that characterise the Antinori family.

The vineyard

A benchmark among Tuscan wines, Antinori - La Braccesca's 2019 Bramasole comes from a vineyard covering around 20 hectares on the border between Tuscany and Umbria. Benefiting from a continental climate tempered by the proximity of Lake Trasimeno, the Bramasole vineyard sees its vines flourish on soil rich in clay and flint, favouring the authentic expression of the Syrah grape variety.

Winemaking and ageing

After being harvested by hand, the grapes are fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, preserving the freshness and purity of the fruit. This Cortona wine is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, before resting in bottle for a minimum of 12 months.

Grape variety

Syrah (100%)

Characteristics and tasting tips for Bramasole 2019 d’Antinori - La Braccesca

Tasting

Colour
The wine has an intense, deep and luminous ruby colour.

Nose
The nose reveals scents of ripe black fruit and sweet spices, enhanced by notes of licorice and vanilla.

Palate
The palate is rich, unveiling silky tannins and a lovely freshness. The finish is long, lingering, with spicy and fruity notes.

To serve

For the best tasting, this wine should be served at 18°C.

Food and wine pairing

This Italian wine pairs perfectly with richly flavoured dishes, such as grilled red meat, game or mature cheeses.

Storage

Bramasole 2019 from Antinori - La Braccesca can be laid down until 2034.