Antinori - Solaia 2022 (750ml)
Solaia 2022 is an intense ruby red color with bright purple hues. On the nose, the bouquet opens with aromas of dark fruit: notes of black currants, blueberries, plums and figs unite with floral hints of sweet violets. Sweet impressions of powdered sugar and Gianduja follow over to spicy notes of white pepper, tobacco and quinine.Entry on the palate is creamy and rich sustained by extraordinary freshness and energy. Silky, mouth filling tannins create a refined and tight knit tannic texture that sustains the intense finish with exceptional depth.
Antinori Description
2022 in Chianti Classico experienced hot and dry climatic conditions up until mid-August, especially during the months of June and July when temperatures reached levels that were higher than seasonal averages for this area. Despite these climatic conditions, the vines were able to regulate their growth cycle ensuring normal and even budbreak and flowering and continued to show remarkable resilience during the hottest months: when the berries reached veraison, both vegetative development and overall yields were ideal. Mid-August brought rain showers and a drop in temperatures that encouraged optimal temperature swings between day and night and prompted an ideal ripening phase. Excellent weather during the autumn months guaranteed fruit of outstanding quality.The grape harvest took place on September 23rd for Cabernet Franc, continued on the 26th and 27th for Sangiovese and was completed on October 5th with Cabernet Sauvignon.
James Suckling: 98 Points
More elegant than powerful and more approachable than usual, with stunning concentration and complexity. Aromas of subtle cassis, toast, herbs and a refreshing balsamic touch. Firm on the palate, with a full body, velvety texture and moderate acidity but not at the expense of its great balance. Sleek, polished aftertaste with sweet tobacco flavors. Drinkable now, but best from 2026.
Wine Advocate: 96 Points
This is a classy and very elegant expression. The Marchesi Antinori 2022 Solaia is 80% Cabernet Sauvignon with smaller parts Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese. The tannins are beautiful in this wine, very well managed with silky and chalky results. The wine unfolds beautifully over the palate, offering generous richness and seamless fruit flavors that range from blackberry to tart plum. There is never a formula for making this wine, but the best vintages of Solaia show that seamless quality that is a hallmark. You get that here in what is perhaps more accessible packaging.
Vinous: 96 Points
The 2022 Solaia is dark, layered and exceptionally beautiful. Like Tignanello, it has gained notable depth and complexity, especially in the mid-palate. Black cherry, plum, graphite, mocha, lavender and dried herbs all take shape in the glass. Gorgeous savoury overstones build into the deep, resonant finish.
Wine Spectator: 95 Points
A deep well of blackberry, plum and blueberry flavors marks this dense, structured red. Though muscular, this offers refined tannins and overall is polished and harmonious. Cedar, iron, mineral and sweet spice elements emerge as this stays persistent on the long aftertaste. Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese and Cabernet Franc.
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