Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore DOC 2017 Etichetta Solare - Tenuta dell'Ornellaia

Production of Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore

The wine Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore DOC  - Tenuta dell'Ornellaia is produced with great skill using an artisanal process. The following grape varieties are primarily used: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks for approximately 25 days. The aging, which lasts 18 months in French oak barrels, adds complexity and structure to the wine. The winemaking is taken care of down to the smallest detail to achieve a high-quality product. The vineyards are located in the Bolgheri area of Tuscany, famous for the production of valuable wines. The soil, characterised by a mixture of gravel, clay and sand, contributes to the richness and complexity of the wine's flavour. The exposure of the vines to the sun favours optimal ripening of the grapes.

THE TASTING

The wine Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore DOC - Tenuta dell'Ornellaia offers a unique sensory experience.

Visual analysis

The wine has an intense and shiny red colour, characterised by violet reflections.

Scent analysis

The olfactory bouquet is complex and enveloping, with notes of ripe red fruits, sweet spices and hints of coffee and chocolate.

Flavour analysis

In the mouth it is harmonious and structured, with soft tannins and a pleasant freshness. The flavour is dominated by black fruits with a long and persistent finish.

This wine has great ageing potential.