ORNELLAIA Bolgheri Superiore Artist Label SOLARE 2017 DOC ORNELLAIA

Princely, refined, and immensely elegant. Vinified with a blend of 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 14% Cabernet Franc, and 20% Petit Verdot. Harvesting, as per the winery's tradition, takes place in the early 19th century. Ornellaia The grapes were hand-picked into 15-kg crates, and the bunches were selected on a double sorting table before and after destemming, and finally soft-pressed. Each variety and each parcel was vinified separately. Alcoholic fermentation took place in stainless steel vats at temperatures between 26-30°C for a week, followed by maceration for a total of approximately 10-15 days. Malolactic fermentation took place primarily in oak barrels (70% new and 30% used). The wine remained in barriques in Ornellaia's temperature-controlled cellar for approximately 18 months. After the first 12 months, it was blended and then returned to the barriques for an additional 6 months. The wine remained in bottle for another 12 months before being released for sale.

Characteristics of the Bolgheri Superiore Ornellaia wine

Upon tasting, it presents a deep ruby red color, wonderfully bright and luxurious. The bouquet is captivating with intense and subtle sensations of red fruit, elegant spiciness, and hints of mushroom and bark. The palate is balanced, ample, and rounded, with velvety tannins and an alcoholic structure that suggests great aging potential. A generous Ornellaia in this vintage, persistent and mineral, with a long finish playing on fruity and spicy notes.

Recommended pairings for tasting Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore

The Bolgheri Superiore DOC "Ornellaia" from the renowned Tuscan winery Tenuta Ornellaia is a magical pairing with game or red meat dishes. It also pairs beautifully with refined risottos and rich cheeses. The ideal serving temperature is 16°-18°C. Pour into a wide glass that allows the wine to oxygenate.