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The 2020 vintage is particularly elegant, marrying ripe fruit and fine tannins with a long, mineral-driven finish. Bottled in magnum, it offers slower, more graceful aging and a stunning centerpiece for collectors or special occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat does this wine taste like?\n\u003cbr\u003eVelvety and rich, with layers of blackcurrant, plum, and wild herbs, accented by cocoa, cedar, and spice. Full-bodied and supple, with refined tannins and a long, savory finish that balances depth and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen should you drink this wine?\n\u003cbr\u003eApproachable from 2025 but capable of aging beautifully through 2040 and beyond, especially in magnum. Perfect with grilled steak, game, or aged cheeses. 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A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, it was aged 18 months in French oak (70% new) and released with labels and packaging designed by contemporary artist Shirin Neshat, interpreting the vintage’s character through her visual art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhy get this wine?\n\u003cbr\u003eThe 2016 Ornellaia is widely considered one of the finest in the estate’s history—a benchmark Bolgheri that rivals top Bordeaux for depth and precision. The La Tensione Artist Label elevates this legendary vintage into a collector’s masterpiece, combining world-class winemaking with limited-edition art. In magnum or bottle, it offers decades of evolution and an unforgettable expression of balance and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat does this wine taste like?\n\u003cbr\u003eRefined and powerful, with aromas of blackcurrant, plum, violet, and spice. The palate is layered and focused, showing dark fruit, graphite, and tobacco framed by polished tannins and vibrant acidity. The finish is long, graceful, and endlessly complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen should you drink this wine?\n\u003cbr\u003eBest from 2026–2050. Decant for 2–3 hours when young. 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Hand-harvested grapes are fermented in small conical vats before 18 months of aging in new French oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhy get this wine?\n\u003cbr\u003eFew wines embody Italian excellence like Solaia. The 2020 vintage, warm yet balanced, produced wines of striking harmony and approachability without sacrificing depth. It combines the lush fruit and structure of Cabernet with the lift and brightness of Sangiovese—Antinori’s hallmark blend of power and finesse. Solaia remains a benchmark collectible, sought worldwide for its consistency, ageworthiness, and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat does this wine taste like?\n\u003cbr\u003eDense and refined, with aromas of blackberry, cassis, violet, and sweet spice. 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The vines grow on clay-limestone soils that produce small, concentrated berries. After careful hand-harvesting, the wine is fermented in temperature-controlled tanks and aged for 18 months in new French oak before extended bottle aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhy get this wine?\n\u003cbr\u003eMatarocchio is one of Italy’s most extraordinary Cabernet Francs—profound, elegant, and rare. Produced only in top vintages, it showcases the perfect marriage of Tuscan sunshine and Bordeaux-like refinement. The 2019 vintage is exceptional: deep yet poised, with remarkable aromatic complexity and structure. A collectible masterpiece that stands alongside Italy’s greatest reds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat does this wine taste like?\n\u003cbr\u003eIntense and layered, with aromas of blackcurrant, graphite, violet, and tobacco. The palate is rich yet refined, showing dark fruit, cocoa, and Mediterranean herbs wrapped in ultra-fine tannins. 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