The Ornellaia 2016 is an emblematic wine from Tuscany, sourced from the Bolgheri Superiore DOC. Crafted with a careful blend of 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 18% Cabernet Franc, and 4% Petit Verdot, this organic wine is aged for 20 months in oak barrels, resulting in a sophisticated tasting experience.
Origin: Tuscany
Denomination: Bolgheri Superiore DOC
Vintage: 2016
Grapes: 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 18% Cabernet Franc, 4% Petit Verdot
Producer: Ornellaia
Alcohol Content: 14.5%
Size: 75cl
Cultivation Method: Organic
Aging: 20 months in oak
Color: Red
Ratings: James Suckling - 98 points, Robert Parker - 98 points, Jeb Dunnuck - 98 points
Tasting Notes: It presents a richness of intense dark cherries, blackberries, and plums, complemented by notes of espresso, dark cocoa powder, and cedar. The palate is of a highly concentrated wine, with long tannins, revealing a full-bodied and fruity character.
98/ 100
Robert Parker The Wine Advocate
95/ 100
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About Winery
Ornellaia
Tuscany, Italy
Ornellaia is an Italian winery located in the Bolgheri DOC in Tuscany, renowned for its production of Super Tuscan wines. Considered one of the leading references for Bordeaux-style red wines in Italy, Ornellaia was founded by Marquis Lodovico Antinori, a member of one of the most historic families in the Italian wine sector.
The estate's vineyards were planted in 1981, with the first vintage produced in 1985. In 1987, a modern winery was built, and later, the Bellaria estate, spanning 56 hectares, was added, situated north of Bolgheri. The Robert Mondavi Winery acquired a minority stake in Ornellaia in 1999, becoming the sole owner in 2002, before the Frescobaldi family took over in 2005.
Located on the Tuscan coast, overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, Ornellaia encompasses 99 hectares of vineyards, divided between two areas. The grape varieties cultivated include predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, with a small portion of Petit Verdot. The vineyards are situated at altitudes ranging from 50 to 120 meters above sea level, contributing to the uniqueness and quality of the wines produced.