Lot 343
ANTINORI SOLAIA TOSCANA IGT 2004 (1) WA 96
TENUTA DELL'ORNELLAIA BOLGHERI SUPERIORE ORNELLAIA 2006 (1) WA 96
Lot 343 Details
ANTINORI SOLAIA TOSCANA IGT 2004 (1)
Tuscany.
scuffed label.
The thrilling 2004 Solaia (75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Sangiovese and 5% Cabernet Franc) is clearly one of the highlights of this great vintage. Endowed with massive amounts of concentration as well as structure, it is a big, powerful Solaia that does not sacrifice elegance or balance in its full-bodied personality. Packed with the essence of blackberries, chocolate, tar, smoke, cassis and menthol, this layered beauty exhibits great length and a persistent, warmly alcoholic finish. It has been stunning on the three occasions I have had it so far and is not to be missed. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2024. June 2007 WA 96
TENUTA DELL'ORNELLAIA BOLGHERI SUPERIORE ORNELLAIA 2006 (1)
Tuscany.
u. vts. scuffed label.
The 2006 Ornellaia flows from the glass in a profound expression of ripe, dark fruit. With time in the glass layers of minerals, cassis, tar, sweet herbs and French oak emerge, adding further complexity. This harmonious Ornellaia combines the richness of the vintage with superb freshness and awesome balance. Today the wine’s sheer density almost manages to hide the tannins, but they are there, and the wine will ultimately benefit from a few years in the cellar. The 2006 Ornellaia is one of the highlights of this sensational Tuscan vintage. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026. August 2009 WA 96