La Braccesca

La Braccesca

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La Braccesca marries history and tradition with modern innovation. Straddling the border between Montepulciano and nearby Cortona, it is one of Antinori’s largest wineries.

The estate is planted with grape varieties typical of the area: Prugnolo Gentile (the local Sangiovese variety) and Canaiolo Nero. Non-native varieties like Syrah and Merlot also find a welcome growing environment in these hills. The portion of the estate located in Montepulciano produces three traditional Sangiovese-based wines, including the award-winning Santa Pia Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG. The portion of the estate located in Cortona produces two Syrahs: Bramasole, and the newest addition to the La Braccesca family, Achelo. Both are extremely supple wines offering rich red fruit flavors, velvety texture and wonderful balance.