25 Anniversario
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Typically peaks between 10 to 25 years from the vintage date, though exceptional vintages can easily cellar for three decades or more.
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Slow-braised wild boar, roasted rack of lamb with rosemary, or aged Parmigiano-Reggiano.
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Ornellaia, established in 1981 by Marchese Lodovico Antinori in the pristine coastal amphitheater of Bolgheri, stands as an iconic pillar of the Super Tuscan movement. The '25 Anniversario' represents a historic milestone, specifically celebrating the 25th vintage of this legendary estate with the monumental 2010 release. Crafted from a classic Bordeaux-style blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, the wine reflects the unique maritime terroir of Bolgheri, where clay, gravel, and sand meet cooling sea breezes from the Tyrrhenian Sea. Each parcel is hand-harvested and vinified separately before undergoing meticulous aging for around 18 months in French oak barriques, followed by further refinement in the bottle. This cuvée tells a story of visionary rebellion, transforming a once-overlooked coastal marsh into one of the world's most prestigious wine-growing paradises.
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Founded in 1981 by Marchese Lodovico Antinori in the coastal region of Bolgheri, Tuscany, Ornellaia has established itself as one of the world's most prestigious wine estates, now under the stewardship of the historic Frescobaldi family. The estate's unique terroir, defined by its proximity to the Tyrrhenian Sea and a complex mosaic of marine, alluvial, and volcanic soils, provides the perfect conditions for crafting exceptional Bordeaux-style blends. Ornellaia's uncompromising philosophy centers on meticulous hand-harvesting, parcel-by-parcel vinification, and patient aging in French oak barriques to express the elegance and complexity of each vintage. Renowned for its legendary flagship Bolgheri Superiore, the estate also produces highly acclaimed expressions like Le Serre Nuove dell'Ornellaia, the vibrant Le Volte dell'Ornellaia, and the refined white Poggio alle Gazze dell'Ornellaia.