Le Serre Nuove dell'Ornellaia Bolgheri Rosso DOC - Ornellaia

A hint of Super Tuscan, noble and seductive: Le Serre Nuove dell'Ornellaia Bolgheri Rosso DOC - Ornellaia appears in the glass with a dense, bright ruby red. At the rim there is a delicate purple shimmer that reveals the wine’s youthful energy. As soon as the glass is swirled, an intense aroma rises. Dark blackberry, ripe blackcurrant and juicy sour cherry deliver a powerful fruit profile.

On the nose, fine layers gradually unfold. Cool notes of eucalyptus and fresh mint lend the bouquet a refined freshness. Delicate violets, a hint of lemon balm and fine vanilla set elegant accents. In the background appear cocoa, dark chocolate and a trace of espresso, along with subtle roasted notes from barrique ageing. The result is a complex, deep bouquet that impresses even before the first sip.

On the palate, Le Serre Nuove dell'Ornellaia Bolgheri Rosso DOC - Ornellaia shows a fascinating combination of power and finesse. The silky woven texture coats the tongue densely yet smoothly. Ripe blackberries, blackcurrants and sour cherries shape the first impression, followed by plum and a hint of cassis liqueur. Spicy notes of liquorice, black pepper and fine tobacco leaf spice complement the dark fruit.

The tannins are ripe, dense and yet finely polished. They give the wine structure and depth without weighing down the palate. A lively, well-integrated acidity provides tension and length. In the long finish, dark berries, chocolate, vanilla and a hint of Mediterranean herbs return. A delicate mineral impression of warm stone, marl and volcanic rock sets a noble final accent.

The origin in Bolgheri on the Tuscan coast clearly shapes this wine’s style. The mild climate, influenced by the Tyrrhenian Sea, yields ripe grapes with intense aromatics. Different soils of granite, clay, marl, sand, silicate rock and volcanic rock lend depth and complexity. The grape varieties Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot come together in a finely balanced blend and reflect the character of the Old World with international elegance.

Typical aromas of this Bolgheri Rosso appear in a rich palette. The most important impressions can be summarised as follows:

• Intense dark fruit such as blackberry, cassis and sour cherry
• Cool freshness from eucalyptus, mint and lemon balm
• Noble spice with chocolate, vanilla, liquorice and tobacco
• Fine floral notes of violets and delicate blossoms
• Mineral nuances reminiscent of warm stone and volcanic rock

The style is clearly defined: fruit-forward and structured, yet silky and elegant. Despite its power, the wine never seems heavy. It shows plenty of drive on the palate yet always stays focused. Le Serre Nuove dell'Ornellaia Bolgheri Rosso DOC - Ornellaia is thus ideal for moments of enjoyment that combine sophistication and pure pleasure.

For wine lovers there are several reasons to lay down this particular Bolgheri Rosso in the cellar:

1. Origin from a top region with international renown
2. Noble blend of Bordeaux varieties with Mediterranean character
3. Complex aromatics and a silkily structured palate
4. Extended ageing in wood and in bottle for particular depth
5. High ratings from renowned critics and magazines

Production of Le Serre Nuove dell'Ornellaia Bolgheri Rosso DOC by Ornellaia

The grapes for this Bolgheri Rosso come from selected parcels around the Tenuta Dell'Ornellaia in the municipality of Castagneto Carducci. Proximity to the sea brings mild winters, warm summers and a constant cooling breeze. This climatic balance promotes aromatic grapes with ripe, dense structure. The soils display a fascinating mix of granite, sand, clay, marl, silicate rock and volcanic rock. The result is a multi-layered terroir that imprints the wine with minerality and fine spice.

The blend is based on the classic Bordeaux varieties. Cabernet Sauvignon brings structure, backbone, cassis fruit and noble tannins. Merlot contributes fullness, juicy plum fruit and the silky soft texture. Cabernet Franc adds freshness, spice and fine herbal notes. Petit Verdot contributes colour, density and dark berry fruit to the wine’s depth. Altogether this yields a red wine with a clear, international stylistic signature and a distinctly Tuscan handwriting.

Harvesting is done by hand. Each parcel reaches the cellar at its ideal stage of ripeness, with the grapes selected berry by berry. Only perfectly ripe berries end up in the fermentation vessels. In the winery, gentle processing follows. First the grapes are destemmed and rigorously sorted on selection tables. The must then ferments on the skins to gently extract colour, tannins and aromas.

Fermentation takes place under temperature control in order to preserve fruit, freshness and finesse. Depending on parcel and grape variety, fermentation occurs in stainless steel or wood. Gentle pump-overs and rack-and-return of the cap reinforce structure and depth without introducing harshness. After being drawn off from the skins, the young wine matures in small 225-litre barriques. Some of these barrels are new, others used, to maintain finesse and balance.

The total maturation time is 21 months. A significant portion of this period is spent in barriques, where wood, fruit and tannin are harmoniously integrated. This is followed by a further phase of bottle ageing. Here, the wine finds its inner calm and is already in a very approachable, harmonious stage when released for sale. The high quality standards of Ornellaia are evident at each of these steps. Terroir, grape variety and style come together in a red wine that radiates depth, elegance and great precision.

Serving recommendations for Le Serre Nuove dell'Ornellaia Bolgheri Rosso DOC by Ornellaia

At the table, this Bolgheri Rosso shows great versatility. Its dark fruit, silkily structured tannins and elegant spice pair ideally with hearty and aromatic dishes. Dark meats such as beef, lamb or game suit it excellently. Slowly braised beef cheeks with root vegetables bring out the wine’s depth to perfection. Pink roasted lamb saddle with Mediterranean herbs subtly highlights the herbal and eucalyptus notes.

Lighter yet hearty dishes also harmonise surprisingly well. Poultry such as corn-fed chicken from the oven, served with a mushroom ragout, matches its silky soft structure ideally. Robust pasta with ragù, lasagne al forno or a truffle risotto from northern Italian cuisine suit this wine just as well. Spicy, piquant dishes with Mediterranean herbs, bacon, aged cheese or hearty tomato sauce make the dark fruit shine impressively.

This wine is an excellent choice as a companion to a romantic dinner. It lends candlelight dinners a luxurious, sensual touch. At Christmas or other festive occasions it rounds off opulent multi-course menus. As a gift for connoisseurs and collectors, it leaves a lasting impression with its name and origin.

The ideal serving temperature is between 15 and 18 degrees Celsius. At this range, the dark fruit unfolds without losing freshness. Decanting is highly recommended. One to two hours of air contact before enjoyment will release additional layers of spice, chocolate and cassis. In a generous Bordeaux glass, the wine displays its full aromatic breadth, its silky fine texture and the particularly pronounced long finish.

In the cellar, this Old World Bolgheri Rosso shows impressive potential. From the vintage onward, it offers a cellaring capacity of around fifteen years. During this time, the fruit develops further towards dried plum, cedarwood and leather, while the tannins become even finer. Whether young and energetic or mature with noble development, this Ornellaia delivers great moments of enjoyment in every phase.

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