Achelo Cortona DOC - Magnum - Cassa Legno - La Braccesca 2024

La Braccesca

Syrah 100% · Cortona DOC · 150 cl · 2024

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Technical information
Producer La Braccesca
Name Cortona DOC
Variety Syrah 100%
Vintage 2024
Gradation 14.0%
Format 150 cl
Aromatic profile Violet, blackberry, plum, pepper, vanilla, liquorice
Vinification method Destemmed; cold maceration; ~10-day fermentation; 70% barriques
Region Tuscany
Production area Cortona (AR), La Braccesca estate
Country Italy
Type Red still wine
Aging About 7 months (70% barriques, 30% stainless)
Type of cask French oak barriques (2nd–3rd passage)
Color Ruby red with violet reflections
Serving temperature 18-20 °C
Recommended consumption Drink within 3 years of vintage
Pairing Parmigiana, roast beef, medium-aged cheeses
Achelo Cortona DOC in magnum format, presented in a wooden case by La Braccesca, is a red wine that combines character and restraint. Deep ruby in color, it opens on the nose with aromas of ripe red fruit, subtle spice notes and floral hints; the aromatic profile remains composed and unobtrusive. On the palate it shows a medium‑to‑full body, tannins that are present but rounded and an acidity that supports the drinkability, offering a balance between structure and ease of drinking. The finish is pleasant without excess, leaving fruity echoes and a slight saline touch.

Serve at around 16–18 °C; a short period of aeration before serving can enhance expressiveness. The magnum format promotes slower bottle evolution and is suitable for convivial occasions; the wooden case also makes it appropriate as a gift. Recommended pairings include roasted meats, stews, meat-based sauces and hard cheeses. Store in a cool place, protected from light and large temperature fluctuations.
The winery

La Braccesca – Winery in Toscana

Discover the story and wines of La Braccesca.

Tuscan estate owned by the Marchesi Antinori family, located between Montepulciano and Cortona; known for producing Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG and Syrah from the Cortona area.
Region: Toscana
Country: Italia
Grapes: Sangiovese (Prugnolo Gentile), Syrah, Merlot
Owned by the Marchesi Antinori family since 1990. The estate produces both Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG and Syrah d'area. Vineyard area reported at approximately 334 hectares. Vineyards are divided into two blocks that include the historic crus of Montepulciano. Underground aging cellars using a combination of large oak casks and barriques.
Winery history
The name comes from the historic farmhouse of the Conti Bracci. The property became part of the Marchesi Antinori family's holdings in 1990; that same year saw the first Vino Nobile di Montepulciano released under the La Braccesca label. Today the estate combines respect for local tradition with ongoing viticultural experimentation.
Production philosophy
Combining tradition and innovation: attentive stewardship of the vineyards, winemaking that showcases native varieties, and experimentation, with aging in casks and selected barriques to enhance the wines' characteristics.
Terroir and vineyards
The estate extends across the territories of Montepulciano and Cortona in Tuscany. The vineyards are divided into two main blocks, including renowned subzones such as Cervognano, Santa Pia and Gracciano. The soils for the Cortona Syrah are clay- and silt-rich, with a relatively dry climate.