Marchesi Antinori

The family’s history has always been connected to art and craftsmanship, fundamental elements along with human sensibility in the production of wine.

They hosted the closing experience of the Alta Gioielleria, Alta Sartoria and Alta Moda events at the Chianti Classico estate, the perfect representation of their philosophy.

The Antinori family has been committed to the art of winemaking for over six centuries since 1385 when Giovanni di Piero Antinori became a member, of the “Arte Fiorentina dei Vinattieri”, the Florentine Winemakers’ Guild.

The Antinori family’s heritage is very closely connected to the history of Chianti Classico, as well as to the city of Florence. In 1506 Niccolò di Tommaso Antinori, one of the most promising and influential men in Florence at that time, bought Palazzo Antinori (known as Palazzo Boni), one of the most well-known examples of Florentine Renaissance architecture, situated in the historic city center of Florence a few steps away from the Arno river.

All throughout its history, twenty-six generations long, the Antinori family has managed the business directly making innovative and sometimes bold decisions while upholding the utmost respect for traditions and the environment.

Each vintage, each plot of land, each new idea to be advanced is a new beginning, a new pursuit for achieving higher quality standards. As Marchese Piero loves to say: “Ancient family roots play an important part in our philosophy but they have never hindered our innovative spirit.”

The family’s historical heritage lies in their estates in Tuscany and Umbria, however over the years they have invested in other areas, both in Italy and abroad, well known for producing high quality wine, opening up new opportunities to appreciate and develop unique new terroirs with great winemaking potential.

The perfect balance between tradition and innovation, one at the sole service of the other, has always been a peculiar feature of our company. The greatest passion for wine, prudence, typical of farmers, and patience, which is necessary in order not to settle for any compromises at the expense of quality have always been the main values of our company that have been handed down for 26 generations.