Tignanello 2022

Tignanello 2022 is a vintage that has already made a lot of waves, confirming it as one of the absolute benchmarks for those who love Super Tuscans. If your fig and almond cantucci were looking for a high-end evening companion (although Tignanello usually prefers a nice steak), here’s what you need to know about this bottle.

🍷 The Profile of the 2022 Vintage.

The 2022 vintage in Tuscany was characterized by a hot and dry summer, but the August rains and the hilly location of Tenuta Tignanello’s vineyards made it possible to maintain surprising freshness.

• Composition: The classic Antinori blend of about 78% Sangiovese, 18% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Cabernet Franc.

• Nose: It is an explosion of ripe cherry, pomegranate and floral notes of violets, with balsamic undertones, vanilla and a touch of white pepper.

• Palate: Compared to the power of the 2020 or the academic balance of the 2021, the 2022 is described as silky and vibrant. It has very polished tannins and a minerality (given by the limestone soil) that makes the sip long and never heavy.

⭐ Scores and Critique.

It was enthusiastically received by international critics (reviews came out in late 2024 and early 2026):

• Robert Parker (Monica Larner): 97 points.

• James Suckling: 96 points.

• Vinous (Antonio Galloni): 95 points.

• Natalie MacLean: 99 points (calling it a triumph of terroir).

💡 Tips for Service.

• Aging potential: You can drink it now if you love the crisp fruit, but it will be at its best between 2028 and 2045.

• Temperature: Serve it at about 18°C.

• Decanter: If you decide to uncork it this year, give it at least 1-2 hours of oxygenation to allow the bouquet to fully open.