Red Wine
Ornellaia, Bolgheri Rosso, DOC, 2016
Availability:Out of stock
Vintage: 2018
Size: 750ml
Ratings: James Suckling 97, Antonio Galloni 97
“With its usual deep ruby-red colour, Ornellaia 2018 features a lively and intense aromatic expression, a distinctive mark of the vintage. Red fruits, citrus notes, hints of liquorice and Mediterranean scrub combine to form its profile. With the first taste it is enveloping and all its components well-balanced: the tannins, both dense and silky in texture, fill the palate with elegance and precision. The finish is lifted by a distinct tangy vein that enhances the sensation of freshness and persistence.”
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Ornellaia, Bolgheri Rosso, DOC, 2018Vintage: 2016
Size: 750ml
Rating: Robert Parker 98, James Suckling 98, Wine Spectator 96, Antonio Galloni 96+
“A particularly dark and young colour is the prelude to a complex nose of black berries, spices and cedar. The palate is rich and dense, balanced by a refined and firm tannic structure, lifted by a juicy and bright acidity.”
Purchase a case of 6 to get the Limited edition label - One in each wooden case.
Description
Description
The desire to nurture the Estate’s exceptional qualities has shaped Ornellaia’s philosophy since the beginning. Ornellaia is a cuvée of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc & Petit Verdot and the faithful expression of unique terroir developed in harmony with nature.
“2016 represents another immensely successful vintage highlighting all the virtues of Bolgheri’s climate: abundant sunshine, without excessive heat, a dry summer to allow the grapes to achieve perfect ripeness and concentration, and just about enough rain to avoid stress. All these elements combine to yield a wine that shows lush ripeness and crisp firmness, opposing forces creating a sense of dense raciness we like to describe as “tension”.”
Axel Heinz – Estate Director
Tasting Notes
Grape Blend: 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, 17% Cabernet Franc, 7% Petit Verdot
“A particularly dark and young colour is the prelude to a complex nose of black berries, spices and cedar. The palate is rich and dense, balanced by a refined and firm tannic structure, lifted by a juicy and bright acidity.”
Olga Fusari – Winemaker – July 2018
Serving Suggestions
A wine like this requires an equally delicious pairing in the form of grilled, roasted or barbequed pork, chicken, roast and game meat. Would also go well with medium cheeses.
Ratings
Robert Parker 98, James Suckling 98, Wine Spectator 96, Antonio Galloni 96+