Ratings
JD 93 · D 91 · V 90 · F 93.
Identity
| Producer | Tenuta dell'Ornellaia |
| Year | 2022 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | IGT |
| Grapes | 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | ruby red with purple tinges. |
| Aroma | Lively red fruit aromas including cherries, blackberries, black cherry, blackberry, red-fleshed fruit, ripe plums, black pepper, mocha, clove, tobacco, candied flowers, crushed raspberries, red apples, fresh stony earth, balsamic herbs, dark cherry compote, raspberry coulis, spice reminiscent of wood. |
| Palate | Rounded and amiable palate with smooth tannins and fresh acidity, balanced tannic structure and fresh fruit expression, plush yet structured with juicy dark fruit, savory notes of cedar and espresso, silky tannins, vibrant acidity, long supple finish with baking spice and a touch of earth. |
| Finish | Long, lively, and lasting finish with a balance of tannins and acidity, accented with baking spice and a touch of earth. |
| Food Pairing | Grilled meats, roasted vegetables, aged cheeses, pasta with tomato sauce, mushroom risotto. |
| Serving Temp | 16-18°C |
| Aging Potential | 5-7 years. |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 13.5 |
| Aging Process | After alcoholic fermentation and malolactic fermentation in steel tanks, aged for 10 months partly in 2-4 year old used barriques previously used for Ornellaia and partly in concrete tanks. |
| Fermentation | Alcoholic fermentation followed by malolactic fermentation in steel tanks. |
Terroir
| Soil | Toscana IGT soil and microclimate typical of Bolgheri coastal area. |
| Harvest Type | manual. |
| Harvest Desc | Hand-picked grapes, careful selection. |
Interesting facts
| Le Volte is Ornellaia's entry-level red wine, designed for earlier consumption with softer tannins and bright fruit, representing a more approachable expression of Ornellaia's pedigree. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork. |