Contessa Maggi Franciacorta DOCG - Magnum - Cassa Legno - Tenuta Montenisa - Marchese Antinori 2015

Name: Contessa Maggi Franciacorta DOCG - Magnum - Cassa Legno - Tenuta Montenisa - Marchese Antinori
Brand: Marchese Antinori
SKU: ANT-000241
Price: 161.36 EUR
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Marchese Antinori

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Chardonnay, Pinot Nero · Franciacorta DOCG · 150 cl · 2015

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Technical information

Producer	Marchese Antinori
Name	Franciacorta DOCG
Variety	Chardonnay, Pinot Nero
Vintage	2015
Gradation	12.5%
Format	150 cl
Aromatic profile	Notes of yeast, white fruit, bread crust
Vinification method	Classic method, secondary fermentation in bottle
Region	Lombardy
Production area	Franciacorta
Country	Italy
Type	Sparkling wine
Aging	Minimum 18 months on the lees
Type of cask	Steel vats and bottle for secondary fermentation
Color	Straw yellow sparkling wine
Serving temperature	6-8°C
Recommended consumption	Within 3-5 years from harvest
Pairing	Appetizers, fish, crustacean-based dishes

Descrizione

Contessa Maggi Franciacorta DOCG is presented in magnum housed in a wooden case, an elegant gesture that immediately makes its intention clear: a wine to share and to celebrate. In the glass it surprises with a fine, persistent perlage and a balanced aromatic profile, evoking white-fleshed fruit, a bready note and a touch of minerality. The character is refined yet tangible, with good freshness that supports the sip without excess, inviting drinking with pleasure and restraint.

On the palate it confirms the balance between softness and acidic tension, with a savory texture that prolongs the finish and delivers a pleasantly dry, slightly almondy finale. The magnum format amplifies the roundness and the fineness of the bubbles, making it ideal for convivial moments, pairings with raw seafood and shellfish or as an accompaniment to elaborate appetizers; also excellent as a gift for those who appreciate Italian sparkling wines of character without excess.

The winery

Marchese Antinori – Winery in Toscana

Discover the story and wines of Marchese Antinori.

Historic label from the Antinori family: a Chianti Classico Riserva produced from grapes sourced from Tenuta Tignanello, predominantly Sangiovese, expressing the elegance of the Chianti Classico region.

Region: Toscana

Country: Italia

Founded: 1385

Grapes: Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc

Marchese Antinori: Chianti Classico Riserva produced with grapes from Tenuta Tignanello since 2011. Tenuta Tignanello: covers approximately 319 hectares, with a significant portion devoted to vineyards. Wines predominantly Sangiovese, blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc from the historic parcels. Marchesi Antinori: a centuries-old winemaking family with an international presence and multiple estates in Italy and abroad. Recent award/recognition: Marchesi Antinori ranked first in 'The World’s Most Admired Wine Brands' 2023, according to industry sources.

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Winery history

The Antinori family has been connected to winemaking for centuries and is recorded as active in the wine trade as early as 1385. The "Marchese Antinori" label is among the winery's historic names; since the 2011 vintage the Chianti Classico Riserva "Marchese Antinori" has been produced exclusively from grapes from Tenuta Tignanello, one of the family's most representative estates.

Production philosophy

It combines respect for tradition and the land with technical innovation: vineyard care, ampelographic research and careful winemaking practices to enhance the expression of Sangiovese and the historic parcels of Chianti Classico.

Terroir and vineyards

Production is firmly rooted in Chianti Classico. The Tenuta Tignanello estate is located on the hills between the Greve and Pesa valleys; the soils are calcareous-marly, which contribute to the wine's character.

Awards and recognitions

Awards and recognitions for the Antinori group and brand: among examples cited online, Marchesi Antinori was named "The World's Most Admired Wine Brand", and the family/company has received various awards and recognitions over the years.