2002 Solaia, Annata Diversa, Piero Antinori

Such were the tricky conditions in '02 that the normal 20% Sangiovese element was omitted to leave a predominantly Cabernet wine. Much for the better, some might say, for the nose seems racier, better defined with bright cassis notes; the palate follows being generously ripe yet marked by some fine Cabernet tannins & fresh acidity. A pleasant surprise, for drinking now & over the next few years. Good with roast lamb.