Ornellaia
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The pinnacle of Bolgheri excellence and Italian luxury wine.
Bolgheri's second great estate, producing the complex Ornellaia blend (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot) and the legendary Masseto 100% Merlot.
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Masseto
RedMerlot
Italy's most famous Merlot, a 100% Merlot wine from a single vineyard of Ornellaia that rivals Pétrus in international acclaim, showing rich, opulent fruit with exceptional complexity.
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Ornellaia
RedCabernet Sauvignon · Merlot · Cabernet Franc · Petit Verdot
Ornellaia is the flagship wine of Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, located in Bolgheri, Tuscany. This iconic Super Tuscan is renowned for its exceptional elegance, complexity, and aging potential. Crafted from a meticulous selection of estate-grown grapes, the blend varies slightly by vintage but consistently showcases the unique terroir of the Bolgheri coast. It undergoes rigorous fermentation and extended aging in French oak barrels, resulting in a wine with profound depth, silky tannins, and a long, persistent finish that defines the pinnacle of Italian winemaking.
Who Is This For?
Ideal for collectors of world-class Bordeaux-style blends and connoisseurs seeking the finest expression of Tuscan terroir.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Ornellaia considered a Super Tuscan?
- Yes, Ornellaia is one of the most iconic and definitive examples of a Super Tuscan wine.
- What is the main grape variety in Ornellaia?
- The primary grape variety in Ornellaia is Cabernet Sauvignon, blended with Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot.
- Does Ornellaia pair well with Japanese cuisine?
- Ornellaia pairs exceptionally well with high-quality Japanese dishes such as grilled Wagyu beef or rich, soy-based meat preparations.
- Is Masseto produced by the same estate?
- Masseto is produced by the same estate as Ornellaia, though it is now managed as a distinct entity focusing exclusively on pure Merlot.