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2021 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia "Ornellaia" Bolgheri Superiore

2021 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia "Ornellaia" Bolgheri Superiore

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James Suckling

Review Date: 07/2023

Aromas of blackcurrants, iodine, crushed stone, hints of mint and sage. Blue fruits. Full-bodied with chewy tannins that open with air. It’s racy and very long. Very tannin driven and energetic with power and focus. Muscular and very toned. This is the best Ornellaia for the cellar in years.

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Vinous

Review Date: 02/2024
The 2021 Ornellaia captures all the magic of this sensational vintage on the Tuscan Coast. Rich, ample and expansive, with tremendous polish, the 2021 is pure class. Dark-toned fruit, mocha, espresso, licorice, plum and dried herbs abound. The tannins are present but also beautifully integrated, as is the French oak. There was a time not too long ago when young wines here needed years in bottle to drink well. That's not at all the case with the 2021. (AG)

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Wine Spectator

Review Date: 06/2024
An intense red, defined by lively acidity and framed by dense, ripe tannins that showcase its black currant, blackberry, violet and toasty oak aromas and flavors. Iron and wild herb accents emerge as this plays out on the finish. Though expressive at this stage, this youthful version will benefit from time in bottle. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.

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Decanter

Review Date: 02/2024
While the summer was hot and dry, with three months of drought, the vines' roots were able to tap water reserves which had been topped up by rainfall the previous winter and spring. Despite the warm growing season, Ornellaia 2021 feels less dense and muscular than vintages of old, offering pretty floral and wild herb perfumes alongside ripe red and black fruit scents. It's intense, fresh and vertical in character, with fine, ripe, round tannins that seem to be a trademark of the vintage – it's a gorgeous, breezy iteration of the Bolgheri benchmark that is already drinking well. (JB)
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The Tenuta dell'Ornellaia "Ornellaia" Bolgheri Superiore 2021 is the flagship wine of the prestigious Tenuta dell'Ornellaia estate, located in the heart of Bolgheri, Tuscany. Established in 1981, Ornellaia has become synonymous with world-class wines that combine elegance, power, and refinement, positioning itself as one of the icons of the "Super Tuscan" movement. The 2021 vintage of Ornellaia continues this legacy, blending Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot to create a wine of exceptional complexity and structure. The vintage is known for its balance, with ideal growing conditions that produced ripe, concentrated fruit while retaining freshness and elegance. Expect aromas of blackcurrants, plums, and dark cherries, with notes of tobacco, cedar, and spices. There is also a distinct mineral undertone, reflecting the unique terroir of Bolgheri. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and powerful, yet beautifully balanced, with velvety tannins and vibrant acidity that give it both immediate appeal and the ability to age gracefully for decades. The 2021 Ornellaia is marked by its seamless integration of fruit, oak, and structure, offering a long and complex finish that showcases the wine's potential for development. As one of Italy's most iconic wines, Ornellaia embodies the artistry and excellence of Tuscan winemaking, with the 2021 vintage promising to be a benchmark year for the estate.

Product Details

Origin: Super Tuscan, Tuscany, Italy

Type/Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon and Blends

Alcohol Content: 14.5%

SKU: #1808135