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Ornellaia 1997 75cl

DOC | Bolgheri | Tuscany | Italy
CHF 378.35
Critics scores
19 Rene Gabriel
Ein ganz grosser Toskana ist in seiner Endreifephase angelangt! Dabei zeigt er eine schier barocke Tiefe mit schwarzen Trüffelkomponenten aber auch noch gewissen Cassisresten. Darunter eingelegte schwarze Pilze mit einem minimsten Hauch von einer beginnenden Oxydation. So, dass er irgendwie perfekt zum Gesamtrahmen passt. Da würde ich auf gar nichts mehr warten. 19/20
95 Wine Spectator
Dark ruby red. Shows intense blackberry, currant, fresh herb and mineral character on the nose. Full-bodied, with ultrafine tannins and a long, caressing finish. Still young and powerful.--1997 Italian blind retrospective. Best after 2009. 11,415 cases made. –JS
94 Robert Parker
Probably the finest (and most sumptuous) Ornellaia yet produced, the 1997 has it all. A dense purple color offers up smoky espresso and jammy black cherry aromas wrapped in new oak. Full-bodied, opulent, thick, and juicy, this low acid, seamless classic can be drunk now and over the next 15+ years. <br/>
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Tenuta dell'Ornellaia
From its position on the hillside close to Bolgheri, the Ornellaia Estate lies hidden amongst the foothills of the Mediterranean coast. The cool sea breezes caress the vineyards and its surrounding olive groves throughout the summer months, while instead, during the winter, the hills provide protection from the cold northern winds. Ornellaia believes that their wines should be produced to illustrate the truest expression of their original terroir. The diversity of the estate’s soils – marine, alluvial and volcanic – coupled with the maritime climate, create an environment in which red and white varietals flourish. The myriad of vineyard plots fit into this untouched landscape like a mosaic, creating a unique expression of beauty, complexity and elegance. However, experience, skill and determination of the Ornellaia team also plays a major role in enhancing the quality and reputation of Ornellaia. For it is the estate itself that provides a continual source of inspiration, suggesting exclusive and exciting ways to capture the property’s natural generosity.