Wine Description
Solaia, which means the ‘sunny one' in Italian, is a 25-acre south-west facing vineyard that is contiguous to the Tignanello Vineyard in Chianti Classico. Solaia is produced only in exceptional years. It was not produced in the 1980, 1981, 1983, 1984 and 1992 vintages.
Intense ruby red in color with
aromas of ripe fruit, spices, black
pepper, chocolate, coffee and vanilla.
Generous, vibrant and balanced on
the palate with sweet, mouthfilling
tannins, minerally hints and
weight and character enhanced by the
complexity and finesse. The wine is
incredibly evocative of its terroir, with
a long, distinctive finish.
75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Sangiovese and 5% Cabernet Franc
"Gorgeous aromas of blackberry, mineral and flowers follow through to a full body, with superfine tannins and a long, long finish. A complex and wonderfully structured red. Long and beautiful. Best after 2012."
- Wine Spectator