Das Weinbaujahr 2022 in der Toskana war heiß und besonders trocken, wobei die Dürre die gesamte Chianti-Classico-Ernte beeinträchtigte. Für den Weinberg Solaia, der auf 350 bis 400 Metern über dem Meeresspiegel auf dem Weingut Tenuta Tignanello liegt, war die Höhenlage von Vorteil. Kühle Nächte bewahrten die Säure, und die südwestliche Sonneneinstrahlung brachte den Cabernet Sauvignon zur vollen Reife. Das Ergebnis war der 2022er Solaia mit konzentrierten kleinen Beeren und einer dichten Struktur. Antinori hat einen kraftvollen Wein produziert, der seine toskanische Frische bewahrt hat.
James Suckling (98)
More elegant than powerful and more approachable than usual, with stunning concentration and complexity. Aromas of subtle cassis, toast, herbs and a refreshing balsamic touch. Firm on the palate, with a full body, velvety texture and moderate acidity but not at the expense of its great balance. Sleek, polished aftertaste with sweet tobacco flavors.
Jancis Robinson (17.5)
80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Sangiovese, 10% Cabernet Franc. The Solaia vineyard covers 20-ha at 350–400 m above sea level. 2022 was hot and dry until mid August, when rain showers heralded lower temperatures. Harvest 23 September to 5 October. Destemmed grapes fermented in 60-hl truncated cone-shaped vats. Aged in new French oak barriques for around 15 months. Deep crimson. Intense and very carefully balanced. Like a precision tool! Impossible to find fault with this though arguably it’s very slightly soulless. Very well made.
Vinous (96)
The 2022 Solaia is dark, layered and exceptionally beautiful. Like Tignanello, it has gained notable depth and complexity, especially in the mid-palate. Black cherry, plum, graphite, mocha, lavender and dried herbs all take shape in the glass. Gorgeous savoury overtones build into the deep, resonant finish.