Solaia 0.75

494.36 €

Source Tuscany IGT

Grapes Cabernet Sauvignon & Sangiovese & Cabernet Franc

From the sunniest part of the Tignanello hill, from the best grapes in the best vineyard, Solaya is born from the best selection of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese, which are grown in the Solaya vineyard. The wine ages for 14 months in barriques and another 12 in the bottle. Solaya is produced only in exceptional vintages and was not produced in 1980, 1981, 1983, 1984, and 1992.

Available on back-order

Description

Tasting characteristics:

Color: Solaya shows a ruby red color.
Fragrance: A tempting nose of red fruits with a complex combination of fruity notes, spices, coffee and chocolate.
Taste: On the palate, the wine is smooth, the result of perfectly ripe grapes, with notes of coffee, chocolate, mint and licorice. The wine impresses with its finesse and structure and is characterized by great elegance, aging potential and soft velvety tannins.
Aging: Entirely hand-harvested, the wine ferments at a controlled temperature and ages in oak barrels for 18 months.
Serving temperature: 14°-16° Food pairing: Great with Spaghetti Bolognese, roast
lamb, young veal and simply cooked red meats.
Storage potential: up to 15-20 years.

Points / Rewards:

Robert Parker The Wine Advocate 97/100

Additional information

Weight 1.5 kg
Dimensions 9 × 9 × 31 cm
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