Matarocchio is a single-varietal Cabernet Franc from Tenuta Guado al Tasso that combines elegance with depth. It has an intense ruby-red hue and a complex aromatic profile featuring blackberry, Morello cherry, bay leaf, tobacco, licorice, and herbal notes typical of Mediterranean scrub ([turn0search2]turn0search3).
The palate is vibrant and structured, with silky tannins balanced by lively freshness. The texture is refined and polished, while the finish unites ripe fruit sweetness with a mineral edge and subtle spice ([turn0search5]turn0search8).
Hand-harvested grapes undergo gentle cold maceration followed by aging in French oak barriques, resulting in a wine of fine precision and clarity. Matarocchio expresses Cabernet Franc with finesse rather than force, offering complexity and aging potential in graceful form.
Producer
Marchesi Antinori is an Italian winery headquartered in Florence, Tuscany, with a winemaking tradition dating back to 1385. Over 26 generations, the Antinori family has directly managed the winery, blending innovation with respect for tradition and environmental preservation.
In 1928, Marchese Niccolò Antinori created Villa Antinori, which became the family's signature wine, representing the unique identity of Chianti Classico and Tuscany. In 2012, the family inaugurated the Antinori nel Chianti Classico winery in Bargino, symbolizing their bond to their ancestral land.
This winery was constructed entirely with locally sourced materials, respecting the surrounding environment and the Tuscan landscape. Today, the Antinori family continues to explore new territories and grape varieties, maintaining their commitment to quality and tradition, making them one of the most esteemed wineries in Italy and the world.