Le Serre Nuove dell'Ornellaia
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Typically best enjoyed 3 to 10 years from the vintage release, though exceptional vintages can comfortably cellar for up to 15 years.
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Slow-cooked wild boar ragù, grilled ribeye steak, and aged cheeses such as Pecorino Toscano.
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First released in 1997, Le Serre Nuove dell'Ornellaia serves as the highly acclaimed second wine of the legendary Ornellaia estate, located in the sun-drenched coastal amphitheater of Bolgheri, Tuscany. Born from the estate's younger vineyards and crafted with the same meticulous attention to detail as the grand vin, it is a classic Bolgheri Rosso blend typically dominated by Merlot, alongside Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. The terroir of Bolgheri, characterized by maritime breezes from the Tyrrhenian Sea and a complex mosaic of alluvial, volcanic, and clay-rich soils, imparts a lush, velvety texture and vibrant Mediterranean character to the wine. Aged for approximately 12 months in French oak barriques, Le Serre Nuove beautifully balances the structure and elegance of a Bordeaux-style blend with the warm, generous soul of the Tuscan coast, offering an accessible yet sophisticated window into the pedigree of one of Italy's most prestigious estates.
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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.