Classification | Cru Classe |
Type | Red |
Brand | Antinori |
Vintage | 1998 |
Country | Italy |
Region | Tuscany |
Grape | Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Sangiovese |
Volume | 0,75 |
Condition | Perfect |
Label | Slightly damaged |
Drinkable | -2017 |
Stock | 1 |
Condition | From Original Wooden Case |
Label | Perfect |
There are 30,000 cases of this well-known Tuscan proprietary red made from a blend of 80% Sangiovese, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 5% Cabernet Franc. The 1998 offers a classic bouquet of berry fruit, new saddle leather, underbrush, earth, and toast from its new barrique aging. Medium to full-bodied, good delineation, and a firm, classic style, it requires 2-3 years of cellaring, and should drink well for 15-16.
A velvety and caressing red, with tobacco, berry and cherry character. Medium- to full-bodied, with well-integrated tannins and a long, delicious aftertaste.
Rene Gabriel rates this wine 18/20 points.