2022
Bolgheri Superiore DOC Ornellaia
Ornellaia
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Red Wine
Fruity, Multi-layered, Rich in tannins
LAND/REGION
Italy,Tuscany
Alcohol content:
14.5%
Classification:
DOC
Drinking temperature:
16-18°C
Grape Variety:
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot
Optimal drinking window:
Can be drunk immediately, can be stored for 10 years
dark black-purple
Aromas of blackcurrants, mint, sage, herbs, cypress berries and dark fruits
Full-bodied with intense tannins, notes of blueberries, espresso, licorice, prunes and dried herbs
Lasagna, lamb cutlets, osso buco, savory pasta
Allergens
Contains sulfites
Closure
Cork
Abfüller Informationen
Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Via Bolgherese 191, 57022 Castagneto Carducci (LI), IT
The Bolgheri Superiore DOC Ornellaia 2022 is a precise, deep red wine that captures the character of Tuscany’s coastal vineyards with remarkable clarity, while also showcasing what makes Ornellaia an internationally renowned estate: uncompromising vineyard selection, meticulous winemaking and ageing that builds structure without masking the wine’s origin. For decades, Ornellaia has been one of Bolgheri’s defining names and has played a key role in establishing the appellation as Italy’s benchmark for Bordeaux-inspired fine reds. The 2022 vintage is not driven by sheer volume, but by density, tension and a perfectly controlled, mature energy.
On the nose, Ornellaia 2022 reveals a dark, focused fruit profile with notes of blackcurrant, blackberry and ripe plum, lifted by distinctly Mediterranean nuances typical of Bolgheri: aromatic herbs, hints of coastal scrub and a subtle balsamic thread that adds depth. Toasted tones from ageing are seamlessly integrated, expanding the aromatic range with delicate suggestions of cedarwood, tobacco and dark spices. The overall impression is concentrated yet never heavy, instead clean, structured and sharply defined.
On the palate, the wine confirms its style with a dense texture and finely woven, high-quality tannins supported by a very clear framework. Ornellaia 2022 builds intensity without becoming broad: the fruit remains dark and compact, spice stays in the background, and the balance between ripeness, freshness and tannin is precisely tuned. The finish is long and vibrant, aromatically persistent and carried by a fresh line that highlights both elegance and ageing potential.
The Ornellaia 2022 blend is built on the estate’s classic varieties, which take on a distinctly Mediterranean expression in Bolgheri. Cabernet Sauvignon provides backbone, structure and depth, Merlot adds volume and supple, juicy roundness, Cabernet Franc contributes aromatic tension and refined spice, while Petit Verdot brings colour, density and extra definition to the finish. This interplay is exactly what makes Ornellaia so distinctive: powerful and complex, yet always precise and crafted for long-term ageing.
