Antinori Solaia 2020

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Antinori
Solaia 2020

Vintage : 2020
Country : Italy
Region : Tuscany
Subregion
Type : Red
Style Deep Full Bodied
Format : 75cl
Alcohol : 14°
Grappes : 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Sangiovese, 5% Cabernet Franc

The Antinori Solaia 2020 is a prestigious and age-worthy red blend from Tuscany, Italy, showcasing a complex bouquet of dark fruit, spice, and floral notes, all wrapped in a well-structured palate with impressive aging potential.

Experts		Score	Vintage
JS	James Suckling	98	2020
WS	Wine Spectator	97	2020
DCT	Decanter	97	2020
VN	Vinous (Antonio Galloni)	97	2020
RP	Robert Parker	96	2020

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Solaia was first produced in the 1970s by Marchesi Antinori, a pioneering Tuscan winery, as an experiment in blending Bordeaux grape varieties with Sangiovese. The wine quickly gained recognition for its exceptional quality and became a flagship wine for the Antinori estate.

Wine region: Tuscany, Italy. Tuscany is one of Italy's most renowned wine regions, famous for its Sangiovese-based wines like Chianti Classico and Brunello di Montalcino. Solaia, however, is a Super Tuscan wine, meaning it blends international grape varieties with indigenous grapes and is not restricted by the regulations of any specific DOC or DOCG.

Vineyards: The grapes for Solaia 2020 come from vineyards located in the renowned Bolgheri sub-region of Tuscany. This area boasts a unique terroir with well-drained, gravelly soils and a Mediterranean climate with cool breezes from the Tyrrhenian Sea. These factors contribute to the elegance and power of the wines produced here.

Grape varietals: Solaia 2020 is a blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon (70%), with Cabernet Franc (20%) and Sangiovese (10%) completing the mix. This combination offers the structured elegance of Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by the warmth and spice of Sangiovese and the intriguing herbal notes of Cabernet Franc.

Winemaking: Antinori adheres to meticulous winemaking practices. The grapes are hand-harvested and undergo rigorous sorting to ensure only the finest fruit makes it into the final blend. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by aging for 18 months in a combination of new and used French oak barrels.

Tasting notes: The Antinori Solaia 2020 boasts a deep ruby red color. The nose opens with a complex and captivating bouquet of aromas. Dark fruit notes like blackberry, blackcurrant, and plum mingle with hints of blueberry and cherry. Floral nuances of violets and roses add a touch of elegance, while subtle spice notes of black pepper and licorice add complexity. The palate is full-bodied with a firm structure of well-integrated tannins. The flavors echo the aromas, with a core of dark fruit complemented by hints of earth, tobacco, and leather. The finish is long and persistent, leaving a lasting impression.

Food pairing: The Antinori Solaia 2020 pairs well with richly flavored dishes such as:

Grilled steaks and lamb chops
Braised short ribs
Wild mushroom risotto
Aged hard cheeses

Due to its structure and potential for aging, this wine can be enjoyed now or cellared for up to 15 years or more.

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History of Antinori In 1385, the Antinori family became part of the wine business when Giovanni di Piero Antinori joined the Florentine Vintner's Guild. Since 1966, Marchese Piero Antinori, son of Marchese Niccolò, has run the company with his daughters, Albiera, Allegra and Alessia, also playing an active role. For more than 26 generations now, Antinori's philosophy has been based on the combination of both tradition and innovation: to preserve Italy's enological… Read more

James Suckling (JS) : 98 Points (2020)

Subtle and beautiful on the nose with currants, flowers and light sage aromas that follow through to a full body with ultra-fine tannins and a long and flavorful finish. Extremely polished and poised.

Wine Spectator (WS) : 97 Points (2020)

Dripping with black currant, blackberry, black cherry, iron and toasty oak flavors, this red is suave and polished. Features flashes of tobacco and wild herbs that add even more detail as this builds to a long, kaleidoscopic finish. Presents civilized tannins that are well-integrated and provide structure. Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese and Cabernet Franc.

Decanter (DCT) : 97 Points (2020)

Baked black fruit, ripe, fragrant and intense on the nose. Bright and sour fruit on the palate, quite a sharp initial tang from the high acidity before rich, sunny, ripe strawberries and raspberries come into play with liquorice, toast and cedar aspects giving the spiced element to the expression and graphite offering minerality. This is a powerful wine no doubt, bordering on too hedonistic at times - a result of the hot and dry summer, it's sensual, rich and flashy but the sense of control and layers of juicy freshness help balance the opulence with refinement. Clearly confident and charismatic, fans of this style will delight with Solaia in 2020. Made by Renzo Cotarella, Stefano Caraneto and Pietro Dogliani. (GH) (7/2023)

Vinous (Antonio Galloni) (VN) : 97 Points (2020)

The 2020 Solaia is an infant. I expected a more exuberant wine, but the 2020 is built along more classic lines. Black cherry, plum, gravel, incense, smoke, pencil shavings and spice all open effortlessly. As always, Solaia is a Cabernet Sauvignon-based wine, but it is a Cabernet that is distinctly Italian, with plenty of Tuscan acid and structure driving through the mid-palate and into the finish. The 2020 is a terrific example of the recent stylistic shift at Antinori. In the past, richness and opulence were qualities of a vintage that would have been amplified in the vineyard and cellar. Today, the aim is to capture a more balanced expression of these kinds of vintages, and that very much comes through. (AG) (8/2023)

Robert Parker (RP) : 96 Points (2020)

Inky dark in appearance, the 2020 Solaia is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with smaller percentages of Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese. This vintage unfolds to exuberant richness and thick layers of blackberry and plum. The tannins are sweet and expertly crafted, adding both depth and fruit weight. The 2020 vintage is quite bold, and it plays its best cards in terms of texture and mouthfeel. It’s a bigger, more accessible wine compared to the last two vintages on the market. Spice, toasted coffee bean and more dark fruit color this full-bodied Tuscan red.

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