Marchesi Antinori Solaia 2021
Full-bodied red wine · Marchesi Antinori
Vintage: 2021
Type
Full-bodied red wine
Producer
Marchesi Antinori
Country
Italy
Vintage
2021
Region & Appellation
Tuscany, Toscana IGT
Grape Varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Sangiovese
Color & Appearance
Deep, impenetrable ruby red with dark garnet highlights and high viscosity
Aroma Profile
Intense bouquet featuring ripe black cherry, cassis, crushed mint, eucalyptus, fine tobacco, and well-integrated vanillin oak notes
Tasting Notes
A muscular yet supremely elegant wine displaying a powerful entry, highly complex mid-palate of dark fruits, fine spices, and a remarkably long, harmonious finish
Flavor Profile
Black currant, blackberry, dark chocolate, espresso bean, savory herbs, and subtle Mediterranean macchia
Body & Texture
Full-bodied with a velvety, luxurious texture and concentrated extract that coats the palate gracefully
Acidity & Tannins
Fresh, vibrant acidity balancing the rich structure, supported by dense, ripe, and exceptionally fine-grained tannins
Sweetness Level
Bone dry
Alcohol Content
14.5% ABV
Aging & Oak
Aged for approximately 18 months in new French oak barrels, followed by further bottle aging prior to release
Food Pairings
Prime ribeye steak, roasted venison, rack of lamb with rosemary, and aged hard cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
Serving Suggestions
Serve at 18 degrees Celsius in a large Bordeaux glass, decanted for at least two hours
Price Range
350 - 450 USD
Quality Assessment
97-100 points, iconic cult Super Tuscan status with exceptional critical acclaim across global wine publications
Production Methods
Hand-harvested with rigorous sorting, temperature-controlled fermentation, gentle extraction, and precise blending after individual barrel aging
Terroir
Stony limestone-rich soils with a southwest exposure at the Tignanello estate in the heart of the Chianti Classico hills
History & Heritage
First produced in 1978 by the historic Antinori family, who have been making wine for over six centuries across 26 generations
Interesting Facts
Solaia means 'the sunny one' in Italian, reflecting the exceptionally sun-drenched vineyard parcel where the grapes are grown
Cellaring Potential
Exceptional cellaring potential, reaching peak maturity in 10 to 25 years while holding gracefully for decades
Similar Wines
Sassicaia, Tignanello, Masseto, Ornellaia