Secentenario
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As a highly structured, historic commemorative release, this wine possesses immense longevity. While peak drinking was achieved between 15 to 30 years after its vintage release, well-cellared bottles continue to show beautifully as fully mature, rare collector's items.
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Slow-roasted wild boar, aged Pecorino Toscano cheese, or classic Bistecca alla Fiorentina.
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To celebrate six centuries of winemaking heritage dating back to 1385, the historic Florentine house of Marchesi Antinori created Secentenario. Sourced primarily from the prized vineyards of the Tignanello estate in the Mercatale Val di Pesa region of Chianti Classico, this monumental red is a masterclass in Tuscan blending, combining noble Sangiovese with a small proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon. Aged carefully in French oak barriques, it represents a milestone in the Super Tuscan movement, marrying traditional Tuscan soul with modern structure. It stands as a liquid monument to one of Italy's most enduring wine dynasties, crafted to mark their 600th anniversary.
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Tracing its winemaking heritage back to 1385 when Giovanni di Piero Antinori joined the Florentine Winemakers' Guild, Marchesi Antinori has been shaped by twenty-six generations of family leadership. Headquartered in the heart of Chianti Classico, the family has expanded its portfolio across prestigious estates in Tuscany, Umbria, and beyond, driven by a philosophy that balances deep historical respect with bold innovation. Antinori famously pioneered the "Super Tuscan" movement in the 1970s, introducing revolutionary French oak aging and international varieties to create iconic labels like Tignanello and Solaia. Today, their diverse portfolio spans from the elegant Sangiovese of Badia a Passignano to the acclaimed white blend Cervaro della Sala, cementing their legacy as global ambassadors of Italian fine wine.