Ornellaia 2019 Bolgheri

The2019 Ornellaia, christened “Il Vigore” by the estate, is considered one of the most harmonious and complete vintages ever. It is a wine that perfectly embodies the balance between the strength of Bolgheri’s terroir and the elegance of a perfectly ripened vintage.

Here is the profile of this “Super Tuscan” of excellence:

Organoleptic Profile

• Color: Intense, bright ruby red with deep reflections.

• Nose: The bouquet is of pinpoint precision. Intense hints of ripe black fruits (blackberry and currant) emerge, enriched by elegant notes of cedar, oriental spices, tobacco and a subtle trace of licorice and Mediterranean scrub.

• Taste: It is masterful on the palate. It is distinguished by a silky, velvety tannic texture, with a dense but never heavy structure. The freshness is vibrant and accompanies the sip into an interminable, savory and finely spiced finish.

Technical Characteristics

• Grape varieties: 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot, 3% Cabernet Franc.

• Aging: Matures for 18 months in French oak barrels (70% new, 30% second-passage). After the first 12 months, blending takes place, followed by another 6 months in wood and 12 months in bottle.

• 2019 vintage: A season characterized by a cool spring and a hot, dry summer, which allowed the grapes to develop extraordinary aromatic richness without alcoholic excess.

In summary

Ornellaia 2019 is a wine of extraordinary aristocracy. It represents the perfect fusion of power and finesse, capable of being appreciated even today for its silkiness, but destined to evolve magnificently for the next 30 years.

Ideal pairing: Greatly structured dishes such as filet in a crust, noble game (venison or hare), or braised red meats. It is, above all else, a great meditation wine.