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Wine Tasting: World’s best vineyards 2022. Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2019. Made with Sangiovese and supported with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah by Marchesi Antinori, Tuscany, Italy.

Well, a 600-year history of making wine. 1385 to the present day. From becoming the best vineyards to shaking up the Italian wine industry. The history of the company has always been tied to art and fundamental components of winemaking. The CHIANTI CLASSICO and Florence histories are intertwined with the family’s history and legacy. Due to the 1970 “Super Tuscan” revolution, it became one of Italy’s most important wine families.

In the rolling hills of Chianti Classico, Villa Antinori was born in 1928 in San Casciano. When the first and second vintages were released, they sparked the super Tuscan revolution in Bolgheri, on the coast of Tuscany. The 26th generation of the family now oversees the business, which places an emphasis on the company’s traditions, setting, and innovative spirit.

Wine: Villa Antinori Chianti Classico Riserva. In 1928, produced for the first time. Both the wine and the name have been around for 100 years. A medium bodied wine with aromas of lavender and red fruits. A deep red color wine with aromas of tobacco, clove, and spice. Wonderful wine with firm tannins and excellent structure.

Wine Tasting: Barbera d’alba Battaglione 2021. A 100% Barbera blend, by Renato Ratti Winery, Piemonte.

Renato Ratti Winery: Began in 1965 for the purpose of producing Barolo. The “Ratti dei Vini di Alba” museum was established in the 1970s to showcase Barolo and Langhe wines. One of the most significant museums in Piedmont. An iconic bottle for Piedmont wines is the embedded “ALBEISA,” which was created in 1973. In the world of Italian and Piedmontese wines, the winery was the primary architect of the cultural and technical revolution. Cantina Ratti’s vineyards can be found in La Morra, Mango & Costigliole d’Asti, and Dogliani. Pietro Ratti, who has a passion for quality research and wines, is now in charge of the business.

Wine: A medium bodied wine. The” Barbera d’alba Battaglione” is an elegant and harmonious wine. Made entirely from the Barbera grape variety. A bottle that honors the traditions of Piedmontese winemaking. A potent red wine with spiciness in the aroma. It’s an elegant wine with hints of dried and ripe plums. A dry, complex wine with long-lasting persistence.

Wine Tasting: Rosso di Montalcino DOC 2019, Sangiovese, by Biondi Santi, Tuscany, Italy

The name is connected to Brunello di Montalcino’s beginnings as well as Castello di Montepò and the Tenute Greppo family. Since Brunello di Montalcino’s invention in the latter part of the 1800s, Biondi Santi is the only Italian estate that has consistently produced the wine. The Biondi Santi family was the first in the region to produce high-quality wines using only 100% Sangiovese grapes in 1865, dating back to the Middle Ages. In 1888, the Sangiovese Grosso was first made. At the end of the Second World War, the only commercial winemaker was the Biondi Santi family. The majority of the company was sold to the French wine company EPI in 2018. Biondi Santi’s history began in 1302 and continues to this day.

Wine: This wine started out as Brunello Biondi-Santi’s “white label “When the Rosso di Montalcino DOC was established in 1983, it received a new name. A full bodied wine made entirely from Sangiovese. Intense red in color, with aromas of red fruits, vanilla, and fragrant herbs. On the palate, it has cherry and blood orange notes. A wine with excellent structure, flavor, and persistence.

Wine Tasting: Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico DOCG 2018. Made with Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Molinara, Oseleta and Turchetta by Farina Wines, Veneto, Italy

The Farina Vineyards: Born in the 19th century In Pedemonte, the 45-hectare estate is in the center of the Valpolicella Classico. The Farina family passed down their love of wine. Their vineyards are closely monitored, particularly to cultivate the exceptional grape CORVINA. One of the most well-known DOCG wines in Veneto and the entire Italian wine industry is Amarone. Excellence in Red from Veneto. In 2018, the company’s transparency project made it possible for people to see the world as it really is. The company’s current focus is on cutting-edge and contemporary winemaking methods.

Wine: Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico DOCG was born in San Pietro. Aged in Slovenian barrels and barriques. An outstanding blend of 50% Corvina, 20% Corvinone, 20% Rondinella, 10% Molinara, Oseleta, and Turchetta. Garnet-colored with ruby red reflections. Wonderfully complex wine with aromas of spice and cocoa as well as ripe black cherry. An elegant, warm, and well-balanced wine.

Wine Tasting: Another Sassoalloro version. Castello di Montepò by Jacopo Biondi Santi, Sassoalloro ORO 2019, Sangiovese Grosso BBS11 (Brunello Biondi Santi) clone, Toscana, Italy

The Castle of Montepò: To commemorate Sassoalloro’s 30th anniversary (from 1991 to 2021), Sassoalloro ORO was created. A castle with 55 vineyards for wine culture preservation. Led by Jacopo Biondi Santi and Tancredi Biondi Santi in the middle of Maremma. This journey began when Ferrucio Biondi Santi planted the first vineyard in Montalcino, which produced Sangiovese GROSSO or BRUNELLO wines from Sangiovese CLONE that had been carefully selected. The winemaking technique that was documented in the history of Italian winemaking.

A heavy bodied wine made entirely from Sangiovese grosso. Bright and rich. It has a velvety texture in the mouth and a very long finish. A very elegant wine with excellent potential for longevity. A spice-scented, complex wine. The incredible BBS11 clone has made this a harmonious wine.

Wine Tasting: Ripassa , Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso, 2018. Made with Corvina, Rondinella, Corvinone, by Zenato Winery, Veneto

Zenato’s: 1960 to the ongoing day. A tale of family, perseverance, individuals, creativity, and exceptional winemaking. Over 60 years of winemaking with Sergio Zenato and his family’s entrepreneurial spirit and vision. The wine space is arranged in a space that encompasses lake Garda. Between San Benedetto di Lugana and S. Ambrogio di Valpolicella, grape plantations now cover 95 hectares. An effective growing season is considered by the unusual environment. A winery known for its consistency and commitment to producing wines of exceptional quality.

Wine: One of the most significant wines in the evolution of Zenato’s oenology. A wine with a medium body and a deep ruby red color. Made with 85% Corvina, 5% Rondinella and 10% Corvinone. Deep aromas of sweet spice, cocoa, and ripe berries characterize Ripassa di Zenato wine. Soft, velvety, and generous.The finish has intense aromas of red fruits, a balsamic note, and smooth tannins. On the palate, Ripassa has hints of fruit and very fine tannins, and it has an aroma of chocolate and spices.

Wine Tasting: Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso 2019. Made with Corvina, Corvinone e Rondinella, Santa SofiaWines, Veneto

Winery Santa Sofia: From 1811 to the present. Founded in the 16th century in Pedemonte. A business that focuses on making the best Valpolicella wines the old-fashioned way. Quite possibly the most established winery in the entire veneto district that had spread the word about itself for its red wines. It has been listed as a UNESCO world heritage site since 1996. Managed by the Begnoni family, which in 1964 introduced the first Amarone.The Santa Sofia winery is now one of the landmarks of this highly regarded region, and the company sells its wines in over 60 countries.

Wine: A medium bodied wine. 70% Corvina and Corvinone and 30% Rondinella are used in the vinification of the valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore di Santa Sofia. Slight garnet edge with hints of berries, dried fruits, herbs, and wood spices. It has balanced tannins and a soft palate. An elegant and complex wine.

Wine Tasting: Chianti Classico DOCG 2019. Made with Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, by Lamole di Lamole, Tuscany

Lamole di Lamole: A member of the Santa Margherita group since 1993, it is situated in the Chianti Classico region. The cellar’s long history, which dates back to the 1300s, allowed it to grow and become the estate’s current vinsantaia. Using a variety of cultivation and aging methods, the exceptional terroir yields a wine. Zignago Holdings includes the 1935-founded Santa Margherita group. A well-known, long-standing business with a diverse portfolio. Santa Margherita is a company that makes wine and grows grapes. It has estates in various locations. For Santa Margherita, more than eighty years. The group now has over 684 hectares of vineyards spread across a variety of locations.

Wine: Maggiolo Classic Chianti. A wine with a medium body. A deep red color with aromas of cherries and berries.a brilliant roundness with hints of sweet spices and cocoa.

Wine Tasting: Palazzo Della Torre, Rosso Veronese IGT 2019, made with Corvina Veronese, Rondinella and Sangiovese by Allegrini Winery, Verona, Italy

Allegri: One of Italy’s most prestigious wineries and well-known worldwide. Since the 16th century, it has been based in VALPOLICELLA. The company and its vineyards are situated on the hills of the Classica region. Their grapes are the sole ingredient in the wines that they produce. Devoted to winemaking for 400 years and a significant contributor to the growth of the Valpolicella region. Allegrini currently consists of four farms in Tuscany and Veneto: Corte Giara, Poggio al Tesoro, San Polo, and Villa Della Torre.

Wine: Palazzo Della Torre 2019, which is harmoniously connected to Villa Della Torre. A full bodied wine made with 70% Corvina veronese, 25% Rondinella, and 5% Sangiovese. Strong aromas with coffee and dark chocolate hints. Raisins and wild berries aromas. A wine with a lot of complexity, great structure, and balanced tannins.