SOLAIA
 Since
1385, 27 generations of the Antinori family have
produced world-class traditional and innovative
wines like Solaia in Tuscany and Umbria, making
Marchesi Antinori the premier wine-producing
family of Italy for over 600 years.
In the second half of the 20th century, Antinori
has grown considerably on the international market
due to the increased popularity of Super Tuscans
blends. The constant innovation and the quality of
their experimentation in the vineyards have been
the keys to success.
The family’s estates use three main grape
varieties, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and
Sangiovese, resulting in soft and fruity red wines
with a long ageing potential.
Produced in the Solaia vineyard of the Tenuta
Tignanello estate, Solaia is a blend of these
three grapes, with a greater proportion of
Cabernet Sauvignon (75%), alongside 20% Sangiovese
and 5% Cabernet Franc. The result is a savoury
wine with an elegant structure and silky tannins.
2004 was the first vintage in which the component
wines were aged separately rather than as a blend.
Normally approachable after 5-7 years, Solaia
deserves a place in any wine aficionado’s cellar.
Top Solaia Vintages produced:
2004, 2001, 1999, 1997
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