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Antinori Solaia(1998)

75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc, 20% Sangiovese

The end of Winter and the beginning of Spring were mild and very dry, which favoured early budding of the vines and accelerated the vegetative cycle - until the stabilising effect of some rainfall in May. Flowering took place in the same average period as other vintages. June was very hot and this accelerated the growth of the grapes and of the vegetative cycle by about 10-12 days. The Summer months were very hot and sunny with temperatures well above average - particularly in July with long periods without any rainfall. This read more...
Wine.com
June 2007
Intensely fruity and complex with a good structure, well-balanced, with soft tannins and a lingering finish. Displays unmistakable varietal flavor while retaining strong regional character.
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Edward Beltrami
International Wine Cellar
Issue 100, January/February 2002
93/100
July 2007
($125; a blend of 75% cabernet sauvignon, 20% sangiovese and 5% cabernet franc) Medium to full garnet. Enticing perfume of cedar, sweet incense, pipe tobacco and Indian spices. Warm and generous on the palate, with focused raspberry flavors framed by mouthcoating tannins. Dark berry fruit and minty overtones accompany the long finish.
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Kirkland, WA
October 2007

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Freeport, NY
December 2007

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James Suckling
Wine Spectator
93/100
July 2007
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