2011 Solaia, Antinori, Tuscany, Italy chambolle-musigny stylish and attractive oak spice

stylish and attractive oak spice and a keen thread of citrus acidity

12 years on lees has given immense complexity and the palate is richly fruited

Drink: 2018-2029

The warmth of the vintage shows immediately on the nose

2011 Solaia, Antinori, Tuscany, Italy chambolle-musigny stylish and attractive oak spiceWe often taste wines which leap out of the glass, but 2011 Solaia does this with a vengeance. The nose has a beautifully crafted wall of complex blackcurrant and juicy dark fruit from the pure, ripe Cabernet Sauvignon. Laced within this are light, deft touches of subtle cherry and dark plum fruit from the Sangiovese. This purity is clear on the palate to see again where further complexity comes from the refined and framing oak. As the palates fruit