Antinori - Badia a Passignano
Antinori nel Chianti Classico is the Chianti Classico estate of the Antinori family, one of the most influential and long-standing wine families in Italy. The family’s winemaking history dates back to 1385, when Giovanni di Piero Antinori joined the Florentine Winemakers’ Guild. Today, the company is led by Marchese Piero Antinori, together with his three daughters Albiera, Allegra, and Alessia Antinori, who represent the 26th generation and actively shape the present and future of the family business.
The Antinori group operates on an international scale, with estates across Tuscany and other Italian regions as well as in Europe, the Americas, and beyond. Despite this global presence, the Chianti Classico estate remains a symbolic heart of the family’s Tuscan roots. The winery near Badia a Passignano was conceived as a landmark project: a large-scale yet discreet architectural structure integrated into the hillside, designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding vineyards, olive groves, and landscape.
The estate’s vineyards are predominantly planted with Sangiovese, alongside Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and other varieties, allowing for both classic Chianti Classico wines and refined single-vineyard expressions. The scale of the estate enables meticulous vineyard management across multiple parcels, while advanced cellar technology supports precision winemaking without losing sight of tradition. The result is a portfolio of wines that combine structure, elegance, and consistency, reflecting both the terroir of Chianti Classico and the Antinori family’s long experience.
Antinori nel Chianti Classico stands as a meeting point between family heritage, architectural ambition, and modern winemaking, offering visitors insight into how a historic wine dynasty continues to evolve while remaining deeply connected to its origins.
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Tastings & Experiences
Antinori nel Chianti Classico is the Chianti Classico estate of the historic Antinori family, whose winemaking tradition dates back to 1385, blending centuries‑old heritage with contemporary architecture and innovation. The winery is designed to harmonize with the Tuscan landscape and reflects a deep commitment to quality, sustainability, and cultural experience.
Tinaia Tour
Duration: approximately 1 hour
Includes: Introduction to the Antinori family’s history and winemaking philosophy, a walkthrough of the winery’s innovative production spaces and museum area, and a tasting of three representative wines in a glass‑walled tasting room overlooking the estate.
Bottaia Tour
Duration: approximately 1.5 hours
Includes: A deeper exploration of the winery’s atmospheric cellars and architectural highlights, followed by a tasting of four wines in the striking suspended tasting room or in the exclusive Bottaia room.
CRU Tour
Duration: approximately 2–3 hours
Includes: A full‑immersion experience into Marchesi Antinori’s winemaking philosophy and terroir expression, with a tasting of seven wines showcasing the estate’s most representative crus, and the opportunity to conclude with lunch at the rooftop restaurant Rinuccio 1180 with panoramic views over the Tuscan hills.
In addition to these structured tours, the winery features a wine shop with tasting by the glass, where visitors can sample a wide range of Antinori wines from Tuscany, across Italy, and around the world, and a rooftop restaurant, Rinuccio 1180, offering Tuscan cuisine with scenic views.
All experiences highlight the Antinori family’s history, dedication to winemaking, and the expression of the Chianti Classico terroir, making a visit to Antinori nel Chianti Classico both an educational and sensory journey.
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