Viniou Reviews
Le Volte dell'Ornellaia 2023 is a beautifully crafted red blend from the esteemed Ornellaia estate in Tuscany. This cuvée typically brings together Merlot, Sangiovese, and Cabernet Sauvignon, offering a modern expression that balances elegance, structure, and vibrant fruit. The 2023 vintage, with its fresh approach, benefits from careful vinification: fermentation in stainless steel to preserve the purity of the fruit, followed by ageing in both barriques and concrete tanks to meld complexity and softness. The result is a lively yet well-structured wine, marked by notes of ripe cherry, blackberry, a hint of Mediterranean herbs, and a judicious touch of spice from the oak.
Tuscany, bathed in a Mediterranean climate, is renowned for its rolling hills, cooling coastal influences, and a patchwork of soils ranging from clay to limestone and sand. These varied terroirs, in harmony with a warm but moderated climate, yield wines with both ripeness and freshness. The coastal Bolgheri region, where Ornellaia is based, has in recent decades gained international fame for its “Super Tuscan” blends, challenging traditional regulations to craft wines that stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the world’s best. The region boasts an ancient viticultural heritage, reinvented through modern interpretation.
Le Volte dell'Ornellaia’s versatile style makes it a delightful match with a variety of foods. It is particularly good alongside classic Tuscan fare such as wild boar ragù, pappardelle with mushrooms, or grilled Florentine steak. Roast lamb with herbs, aged pecorino, or even richer vegetable dishes like aubergine parmigiana will also complement its fruit and supple tannins, while the Sangiovese component links beautifully with tomato-based dishes.
For the optimal tasting experience, serve this wine at 16-18°C. Decanting it for about half an hour before serving allows the aromas to unfold fully. This approachable yet sophisticated blend can be enjoyed now for its freshness, or cellared for a couple of years to further integrate and soften.
