Tenuta del Nicchio - Il Nicchio 2021 (750ml)

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Producer	Tenuta del Nicchio
Country	Italy
Region	Tuscany
Varietal	Cabernet Franc 95%,  Merlot 5%
Vintage	2021
Sku	83410
Size	750ml

 

Lodovico Antinori had the fortunate opportunity to cross paths with Andrei Tchelitcheff (considered by many wine professionals to be the 'YODA' of winemaking) an encounter that would shape his future endeavors. Tchelitcheff, who had never before set foot in Italy, was invited by Lodovico to provide guidance on a new undertaking, whether it be in Paso Robles, California, or in the captivating Bolgheri region. After spending a month immersing himself in the area, Tchelitcheff developed a deep friendship with Mario Incisa, the esteemed founder of Sassicaia. It was during this time that Tchelitcheff imparted invaluable advice to Lodovico, urging him to remain in Bolgheri, as he believed it held great promise, stating, "Stay here, young man, you have the Eldorado here." This pivotal counsel steered Lodovico away from embarking on a project in the United States. Tchelitcheff became a fundamental figure in Lodovico's life, providing him with invaluable knowledge and nurturing his passion for the world of wine. Their collaboration spanned four years and laid the foundation for Lodovico's illustrious career as a winemaker: like Masseto and Ornellaia.

TENUTA DEL NICCHIO

This is the brand new genius project created by one of the world’s greatest gifts to wine, Lodovico Antinori. What do you do when you already invented Ornellaia, the greatest Cabernet in the world, and Masseto, the world’s greatest Merlot?!? You focus on making the world’s best Cabernet Franc of course.

Even though this project is still in its youth, you can already tell where this is going. The precision, the balance, the elegance, the layers of fruit. Antinori is nothing short of a magician – a true artist. His 2021 Il Nicchio from one of Tuscany’s greatest vintages, is one of the best Cabernet Francs you will ever put to your lips. One point away from perfection, but I’m not sure it’s not even closer than that. This is such a giving wine, but it has barely even started its journey. What it will become will dazzle folks for years and years to come.