La saison de croissance 2022 en Toscane a été chaude et particulièrement sèche, la sécheresse ayant affecté l'ensemble de la récolte du Chianti Classico. Pour le vignoble de Solaia, situé entre 350 et 400 mètres d'altitude au sein du domaine Tenuta Tignanello, l'altitude a joué en sa faveur. Les nuits fraîches ont préservé l'acidité et l'ensoleillement du sud-ouest a permis au Cabernet Sauvignon d'atteindre sa pleine maturité. Il en résulte un Solaia 2022 aux petits grains concentrés et à la structure dense. Antinori a produit un vin puissant qui a su conserver sa fraîcheur toscane.
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.