ORNELLAIA White Tuscany 2021 ORNELLAIA
Sommelier score | 94/100 | 2025 |
Winery | ORNELLAIA |
Denomination | Toscana Igt |
Vintage | 2021 |
Grapes | 74% Sauvignon Blanc – 13% Viogner – 13% Petit Manseng |
Alcohol content | 13,50% |
Cl | 75cl |
Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
Code ICQRF | LI/813 |
Winery headquarter | ORNELLAIA - Castegneto Caducci (LI) - Via Bolgherese, 19 |
Bottle size | Standard bottle |
Combination | Cold cuts and salami, Smoked Fish appetizers, Steamed fish Hors d'oeuvres, Medium-aged cheeses, Crustaceans, Vegetables in batter, Spaghetti with clams |
Region | Tuscany (Italy) |
Style | Medium-bodied and fragrant |
Wine list | Toscana Igt |
From the vinification of 100% pure Petit Manseng grapes. A product of the Tuscan tradition that combines tradition and wise innovation. Upon arrival at the cellar, each harvest produced a vinification batch that was pressed and vinified separately. After a long and soft pressing, and a natural decantation of one night, the various batches were fermented in 100% new oak barriques at temperatures no higher than 22°C. Once the desired balance of sugars and alcohol was reached, the fermentation was stopped. Malolactic fermentation was not performed. After being racked, the wines spent 12 months of aging, after which the various batches were blended. After bottling, the wine was subjected to a further year of refinement before being introduced to the market.
Characteristics of the Ornus dell'Ornellaia wine
The wine has a deep and bright golden yellow color. It already expresses the richness of its taste at first sight. The aroma extends over intense and complex notes of flowers and tropical fruit, honey and caramel, with beautiful hints of apricot jam. The taste on the palate is characterized by its power and generosity, maintaining an enviable fresh texture that makes the wine easy to drink and of great balance and pleasantness. Very long finish, on floral and fruity notes.
Recommended pairings when tasting this Tuscan white
The Bolgheri Vendemmia Tardiva DOC "Ornus" by Tenuta dell'Ornellaia is a passito wine that pairs splendidly with dry pastries and fruit tarts. Try it with almond paste pastries. The ideal serving temperature is 12-14°C maximum. It should be poured into tall, wide glasses that allow the aromas to spread.