Le Volte Dell’ Ornellaia

Details

A lively, generous, and incredibly versatile red wine. It combines the structural complexity of Cabernet Sauvignon with the softness of Merlot and the vibrant energy of Sangiovese. Expect a bouquet of dark cherries, crushed rose petals, and spicy tobacco, followed by a silky, balanced palate with a fresh, persistent finish.

Region: Toscana IGT (Bolgheri), Tuscany, Italy.

Vintage: 2023.

Style: Medium-to-full-bodied Red Wine (Super Tuscan blend).

Grapes: Typically a blend of 50% Sangiovese, 40% Merlot, and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon

Fermentation: Each variety is fermented separately in small stainless steel tanks to preserve its unique characteristics. The alcoholic fermentation is followed by malolactic fermentation, also in steel.

Filtration: The wine is aged for 10 months in a combination of concrete tanks and 2-to-4-year-old French oak barriques (previously used for the estate’s flagship wines, Ornellaia and Masseto). It is fined and undergoes light filtration to ensure a polished, crystalline texture.

Alcohol: 13.5%.

Farming: Conventional but with a focus on “eco-sustainable” precision viticulture. The estate employs highly detailed mapping of soil types to manage each micro-parcel individually.

Allergens: Contains sulphites.

Pairing Suggestion: A fantastic match for classic Italian fare. Try it with a rich ragù Bolognese, grilled lamb chops with rosemary, or a board of semi-mature Tuscan pecorino and cured meats.