1980 Marchese Antinori, Tignanello - Tuscany IGT - 1 Bottle (0.75L)

Tignanello 1980, produced by the renowned Marchesi Antinori winery.
This iconic Tuscan red wine is a landmark in the world of winemaking: it was the first Sangiovese to be aged in barriques and one of the pioneers of the “Super Tuscan” movement. At the time of this particular vintage (1980), it was still classified under the historic designation clearly displayed on the label: “Vino da Tavola di Mercatale Val di Pesa,” as it did not comply with the strict, traditional Chianti Classico DOC regulations of the time.

Characteristics of the 1980 Vintage

• Typical blend: Mainly Sangiovese (about 80%), complemented by Cabernet Sauvignon and a very small amount of Cabernet Franc.
• Critical rating: Wine Spectator gave this particular vintage a score of 85/100, while specialist platforms such as Tastingbook give it historical scores of around 89–90 points.
• Current tasting notes: Having aged for more than 45 years, this wine is in the final stage of its evolution. On the nose, it shows pronounced tertiary aromas of fruit preserved in alcohol (raisins), balsamic notes, tobacco, leather, and meat broth. On the palate, it retains marked acidity, while its tannins have become very fine and silky.
• Serving recommendations: Given the venerable age of the bottle, aggressive decanting is strongly discouraged to avoid oxygen shock. It is preferable to open it about two hours before serving, leaving it upright and uncorked to breathe.