Marchesi Antinori
Achelo
Cortona
2016
Vintage
Varietal
Syrah
Where it is, October 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2026-2044), within the full drinking arc.
Assess bottle condition and storage history before opening.
The ‘16 Achelo.
Achelo 2016 is a Syrah from the La Braccesca estate in Cortona, Tuscany.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Expect Marchesi Antinori's 2016 Achelo to open with blackberry and dark cherry, then reveal pepper and a savory herbal edge. This Cortona Syrah should feel supple at the entry yet substantial through the middle, with ripe fruit held in place by fine tannins and refreshing acidity. Its peak interval is 2026 to 2044, within a broader span that reaches 2051. The aftertaste should be persistent, turning from dark fruit toward spice and a faint earthy note.
The 2016 vintage
A mild, dry winter led to bud break ten to fifteen days early, and Syrah for Achelo was picked in mid-September.
About Marchesi Antinori
La Braccesca spans vineyard blocks at Montepulciano and beneath the hills around Cortona, with the Syrah component drawn from the estate.
From the cellar: pair with
Sausage and lentil stew
Spice, liquorice, and soft tannin suit a savory sausage dish with earthy lentils.
Grilled eggplant
Red-fruit lift and a long savory finish work with smoky eggplant without overwhelming it.
Herb-roasted pork
Supple texture and blackberry notes make roast pork a balanced match for this Tuscan Syrah.
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Frequently Asked
What is Achelo 2016?
It is a Syrah from the La Braccesca estate in Cortona.
What does the 2016 taste like?
The producer records ruby-purple color, spice, currant, blackberry, liquorice, red fruit, and a savory finish.
When was Syrah harvested?
The Syrah for Achelo was harvested in mid-September.
Does the source provide opening years?
No dated opening period is provided on the exact producer record.