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Ornellaia Bianco 2016 - Tenuta Dell'Ornellaia

Tasting notes

"(...) even a bit deceptive when you get down to facts. This is indeed the central part of its irresistible charm. For one, this edition is a mono-variety wine made solely with Sauvignon Blanc. (The other protagonist of the blend, Viognier, is said to return in 2017.) However, the complexity of the bouquet could mistakenly make you think the blend is more intricate. You get white rose, crisp apple, saffron, toasted pine nut, cinnamon and wild sage. The aromas show brilliant detailing. In addition, the wine is expansive and creamy in terms of mouthfeel. However, none of the whites at Ornellaia—including this wine—undergo malolactic fermentation, though the creamy and richly textured mouthfeel might lead you to conclude otherwise. (...)"

Source : Monica Larner

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INFORMATIONS ABOUT THE ESTATE

Domaine Tenuta dell'Ornellaia – The Excellence of Great Tuscan Wines

Explore our selection of wines from the renowned Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, located in Bolgheri, Tuscany. This iconic estate is behind some of the most prestigious Super Tuscan wines, highly sought-after by collectors and wine lovers around the world.

Key Facts about the Estate:

  • Total surface area: 86 hectares
  • In production: 75 hectares
  • Grape varieties:
    • 56% Cabernet Sauvignon
    • 27% Merlot
    • 10% Cabernet Franc
    • 7% Petit Verdot
  • Founded in 1981 by Lodovico Antinori

Wines Available:

  • Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore DOC
    The estate's flagship wine. Elegant, deep and balanced. Available in several prestigious vintages.
  • Masseto
    A cult 100% Merlot wine from a single 7-hectare vineyard. Only 32,000 bottles are produced each year. Rare and exceptional.
  • Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia
    The estate's second wine, made from younger vines. Approachable and structured, with the refined signature of Ornellaia.
  • Le Volte dell’Ornellaia
    A softer and more accessible cuvée. A blend of Merlot, Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon — ideal for everyday enjoyment.

Best Vintages to Look For:

  • 2010 – Complex, balanced, and highly precise
  • 2009 – Warm, generous and expressive
  • 2008 – Elegant and structured
  • 2006 – Dense, built for long aging
  • 2001 – Classic, silky, ready to enjoy

Why Buy from Us?

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Order your bottles of Ornellaia, Masseto, Le Serre Nuove, and Le Volte today
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Data sheet

  • Color white
  • Country Toscane
  • Appellation Bolgheri
  • Classement DENOMINAZIONE DI ORIGINE CONTROLLATA E GARANTITA (DOCG)
  • Vintage 2016
  • Rating Robert Parker: 95 /100
  • Level IN
  • Peak: until 2035
  • Size Bottle (0.75 l)

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