Solaia 2017 1.5L

Solaia 2017 1.5L
$1,100.00

Region: Tuscany, Italy


Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Sangiovese

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The Solaia 2017 presents itself as a captivating masterpiece, casting an intense and deep ruby-red hue that sets the stage for an extraordinary sensory journey. The nose is a symphony of aromas, exuding the essence of ripe dark fruits with prominent notes of blackberries and black currants. Hints of balsamic, akin to fresh mint and myrtle, add a layer of complexity to the bouquet. As the journey deepens, refined spicy aromas of white pepper, toasted cinnamon, and cocoa powder weave an intricate tapestry of scents. On the palate, this wine reveals its opulent character, with richness that envelops the senses. Soft, velvety, and vibrant tannins lend a sense of grandeur, leading to a finish that seems to stretch indefinitely. The persistent aftertaste is graced with toasty notes that reemerge, adding depth and accentuating the wine's profound conclusion. The Solaia 2017 is not merely a wine; it's an invitation to indulge in a symphony of flavors and an ode to the artistry that defines its creation.


Robert Parker - 95 Points

"The Marchesi Antinori 2017 Solaia offers a uniquely floral personality with wild rose and lilac that comes as a surprise, especially if you are expecting the more robust and opulent dark fruit associated with this vintage. To use a word that is popular now, the aromas are absolutely lifted. This is a bouquet-driven wine, showing great oak choices that are synergistic with the light and considerably thinner palate. Dried or pressed flowers cede to cherry, blueberry, some red meat char and a light touch of cinnamon. My impression is that the dry extract from the oak ultimately plays a bigger role in the overall flavor profile, preserving its red fruit core nevertheless. The wine is very accessible in terms of mouthfeel, showing a comparatively thinner and shorter approach. With more time in the glass, it offers some of the white soil dust that is a standard Solaia signature. It will be released the first week of September."


Antonio Galloni - 95+ Points

"The 2017 Solaia has shut down since I last tasted it about a year ago, but not as dramatically as Tignanello. The difference might be that Sangiovese drives the blend in Tignanello, while Cabernet Sauvignon is at the core of Solaia. Even so, today, I see more energy than in the past. As a recent vertical in London once again proved, Solaia is a wine that needs bottle age to be at its best, even if it's often quite flashy in its youth. There is plenty of the distinct Cabernet Sauvignon character and richness that is so unique to Solaia, but also a good bit of energy as well."

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