Antinori Tenuta Tignanello 'Solaia' is a sublimely complex Super Tuscan blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. It is a full-bodied, deeply-layered wine that offers aromas of dark, ripe cherry, blackberry, licorice, smoke, and a hint of leather. On the palate, the wine is velvety, structured, and remarkably well balanced. With a lengthy finish and pleasant notes of tobacco and dark chocolate, it is an alluring and captivating wine.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
The Antinori Tenuta Tignanello 'Solaia' is a superb Italian blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc.The nose is bursting with ripe dark fruit, blackberry, leather, tobacco and a hint of spices. On the palate it has a lush and well-balanced structure, with layers of intense dark fruit, blackberry, tobacco, cedar and hints of sweet vanilla. The finish is long and lingering with a beautiful balance of fruit and tannins. This is an exquisite wine that is sure to please.
EXPERT RATING
4.8
DRINKING WINDOW
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Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
High
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Cabernet Sauvignon
Sangiovese
Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Sauvignon
Sangiovese
Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Sauvignon
Sangiovese
ORIGINS
Winery: Antinori
Region: Tuscany
Tuscany, located in central Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. With its rolling hills, picturesque vineyards, and centuries-old winemaking traditions.
Tuscany has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the Etruscans in the 8th century BC. Today, Tuscany is one of the most important wine regions in Italy, producing some of the country's most iconic wines. The region is home to some of the world's most renowned producers, including Antinori, Frescobaldi, and Castello Banfi.