Antinori Fattoria Aldobrandesca Vie Cave is an Italian wine, created in the flourishing wine region of Tuscany. With its robust structure and full-bodied feel, it has a complex flavour profile. Rich in notes of dark fruits like plum and blackberry, intertwined with warming spices and subtle earthy undertones. The wine is excellently balanced, showcasing an appealing acidic tone and well-integrated tannins, allowing a lengthy, satisfying finish. Matured in French oak barrels, the ageing process gives the wine its distinctive aromatic complexity. It’s a suitable companion for hearty meat dishes, making it a favourite choice for refined dinner parties.

Tasting Notes

Vie Cave shows an intense ruby red in color. The nose is complex and the notes of ripe red fruit fuse, sweetly, with sensations of spices, of cloves, and of vanilla. The wine, is balanced and supple on the palate, persistent and with a finish and aftertaste dominated first by blueberries and red fruit, which then merge with hints of dark chocolate

About the Winery

A cherished gem in the heart of Tuscany, Antinori Fattoria Aldobrandesca Winery shines bright with an enduring legacy of wine excellence. This winery, gloriously tucked amidst the picturesque rolling hills of southern Tuscany, belongs to the esteemed Antinori family. They have been shaping the art of viticulture for more than six centuries, spanning an impressive twenty-six generations, and certainly, Antinori Fattoria Aldobrandesca Winery proudly upholds this rich lineage.

With their main focus on Aleatico and Trebbiano varietals, the vineyard is spread across 190 enchanting hectares. Each vine is passionately tended to and each bottle of wine is crafted with a sophisticated understanding of the tradition and innovation, At its heart, the winery is a testament to the Antinori family's unwavering commitment to quality, their profound respect for the land, and their consistent pursuit of excellence.

The winery’s main draw, however, are its astounding wines, possessing a beautiful marriage of elegance and complexity. The Aleatico and Muffato names are the revered classics of this winery; each showcasing the vineyard's extraordinary terroir. Through these carefully crafted bottles, wine enthusiasts are given a delectable taste of Tuscany’s distinct character and spirit.

Although steeped in history, Antinori Fattoria Aldobrandesca Winery remains innovative in its approach to winemaking. A shining example of this is the recent experimentations with insect-friendly farming techniques, that aim to reduce the environmental impact of viticulture. By marrying the old with the new, Antinori Fattoria Aldobrandesca Winery is taking monumental strides towards respectful stewardship of the land whilst standing at the forefront of wine evolution.

If your a lover of fine wines and have an appreciation for the romance woven within centuries-old traditions, Antinori Fattoria Aldobrandesca Winery is worth a place on your wine-tasting itinerary. This Tuscan winery ensures an inimitable experience, forever weaving fascinating tales of the past with captivating innovations of the present.

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