Solaia 2020 is ruby red in color. Exceptional intensity and complexity on the nose: notes of wild berries, especially blueberries, raspberries and currants that intermingle with sweet hints of plums, black cherries and fresh impressions of mint, myrtle, licorice, and floral nuances of lavender.
The rich bouquet is completed by sweet well-integrated notes of cocoa powder and dried fruit that follow over to spicy hints of cloves and pleasant impressions of pink pepper. Entry on the palate is rich and mouth filling then elegantly softens, with velvety tannins that sustain a long persistent finish. The aftertaste echoes notes of mint, licorice and chocolate perceived on the nose.
The 2020 growing season in Chianti Classico began with mild and dry winter weather, only at the end of March was the area affected by a short cold spell. These climatic conditions prompted early budbreak in the estate’s vineyards. Spring provided a fair amount of rainfall and cool temperatures. The summer months were hot with no concerning heat spikes and occasional rain showers that ensured optimal cluster growth and development.
The month of September, when harvesting activities got underway, saw light rainfall particularly at the end of the month that encouraged a gradual ripening phase bringing fruit to peak maturity. Grapes were picked at the end of September starting with Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese and was completed with Cabernet Sauvignon on October 10th.
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