Marchesi Antinori Solaia Annata Diversa Toscana Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Franc 2022

  98 Points - limited super tuscan               New release of the cult Super Tuscan Solaia from Antinori!  One of Italy's finest. 98 Points James Suckling: "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." 98 Points Decanter: "The drought and heat of 2022 pushed vines in Tuscany to their limits, and the outcome in many cases are wines of density and concentration but with a vein of freshness – and that's exactly what we see here in the 2022 Solaia. It opens with cool aromas of damp earth, woodland berries, red fruit coulis and a waft of balsamic herbs. In the mouth it is immediately very fleshy, almost voluptuous but holding its shape. Balsam-infused black cherry and dark berries are deepened by chocolatey wood, while succulent acidity brings out the top end and leads to a long, bright, energetic and fresh finish which is full of promise for the future." 96 Points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "Antinori’s 2022 Solaia opens with scents of graphite, lavender, espresso, menthol, plum and blackberry. Cabernet Sauvignon is so magical here, especially in its aromatic profile. Deep and layered on the palate, but in the mid-weight style of the year, the 2022 impresses with its poise and long, resonant finish. The 2022 is not a big wine, but it exudes striking balance. Its persistence is especially of note. Solaia is a highlight in a vintage that has plenty of ups and downs. The blend is 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc and 10% Sangiovese, a bit less Sangiovese than in most years." Solaia is the iconic flagship red blend crafted by Marchesi Antinori from a sun‑drenched 10‑hectare vineyard on the Tignanello estate in Tuscany’s Chianti Classico zone. First released in 1978, it marries primarily Cabernet Sauvignon (about 75 %) with Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese, aged in French oak to yield a wine of deep ruby hue, profound concentration, and remarkable elegance.  Aromatically, Solaia beckons with ripe blackcurrants, plums, and cassis, layered with mint, leather, spice, cedar, and subtle floral hints of lavender. On the palate it’s rich yet balanced—with velvety tannins, fine acidity, and a long finish echoing dark fruits, cocoa, tobacco, and licorice. Consistently scoring in the high‑90s, it’s built for aging alongside robust dishes like grilled red meats, game, and aged cheeses—a true Super‑Tuscan legend.

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