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Antinori - La Braccesca : Achelo 2012
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Antinori - La Braccesca : Achelo 2012

Antinori - La Braccesca : Achelo 2012

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Description

A balanced and delicious Cortona wine

The estate

The estate is located on the lands of the Comtes de Bracci in Tuscany. The name La Braccesca is taken from ancestors and from its emblem: an arm with a sword. The Antinori family bought the estate in 1990. The 237 hectares allow the production of wines in the Nobile di Montepulciano and Cortona appellations, made with different grape varieties such as Syrah, Prugnolo Gentile and Sangiovese.

The wine

Cuvée Antinori - La Braccesca: Achelo 2011 is a Tuscan wine produced from the Syrah grape variety. This wine is fruity, balanced with a nice acidity, typical of the Cortona appellation.

The vintage

The 2012 vintage was very dry in the spring and summer, resulting in small grapes with more skin than pulp. Fortunately, August saw some rain which allowed the grapes to develop and make them less sweet than in warm years. 2012 was a very good year for ripening grapes. The wines were full of polyphenols and therefore have a balanced profile.

Winemaking and ageing

The harvest took place in mid-September. The must was cold macerated at 10 degrees to extract the fruity scents. After de-stemming and pressing, the alcoholic fermentation lasted 10 days at a temperature of 28 degrees. 70% of the wine underwent malolactic fermentation and was aged in French oak barrels of one or two wines. The remaining 30% was left in stainless steel tanks and added to the blend. Bottling took place in September 2014.

Blend

Syrah 100%

Characteristics and tasting tips for Antinori - La Braccesca : Achelo 2012

Tasting

Colour
This wine has an intense purplish colour.

Nose
The nose unveils scents of white pulp fruit and notes of tobacco and pepper.

Palate
Notes of plums and black fruit combine with a lovely acidity, making this wine delicious.

Food and wine pairing

This Cortona red wine goes perfectly with grilled red meats and strong cheese.

To serve

For the best tasting, serve between 14 and 16°C.

Storage

Antinori - La Braccesca : Achelo 2012 can be laid down for at least 10 years.

Antinori - La Braccesca : Achelo 2012
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