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Ornellaia's 1999 Bolgheri Superiore, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, distinguished by numerous guides. The main reservation concerns the price of €512.40 for a DOC, with no mention of organic farming or yields.
Bolgheri Superiore DOC named, Bolgheri/Costa Toscana zone specified, Bordeaux-style blend justified by the appellation; no detail on the soils.
Numerous distinctions: 3 bicchieri Gambero Rosso, 5 grappoli Bibenda, 3 stelle Veronelli, Parker, Suckling and Wine Spectator at 90.
€512.40 for a 1999 vintage of Bolgheri Superiore, struck-through price of €624.63: expensive for a DOC appellation, even a distinguished one.
Specific food pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), aromatic profile described and serving temperature of 16-18°C indicated.
Ornellaia named and located in Bolgheri; fermentation in steel, extended maceration and 18-24 months of aging specified.
Independent rating, calculated from the property's public information and traveler reviews. Commissions received on bookings are not included in the rating.
Comment on noteThe wine
Imagine yourself in the heart of Tuscany, where the sun caresses the vines and the sea breeze brings salty whispers. It is in this enchanting setting that Ornellaia 1999 is born, a wine that embodies the elegance and depth of its terroir. It invites you on a sensory exploration, a true immersion into the soul of Bolgheri.
The Bolgheri region, on the Tuscan Coast, is a viticultural gem where the Mediterranean climate and varied soils create ideal conditions. The Ornellaia estate, a true pioneer of this appellation, has managed to capture the essence of this land. This wine is a meticulous blend of 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 10% Petit Verdot and 9% Cabernet Franc, grape varieties that find a unique expression here. Fermentation takes place in steel tanks, followed by extended maceration, a method that reveals the full complexity of the fruit.
In your glass, this Bolgheri Superiore 1999 displays a beautifully concentrated color, promising a substantial structure. On the nose, you will discover a rich and nuanced bouquet: aromas of ripe red fruits blend elegantly with balsamic and spicy notes, evoking sweet tobacco and vanilla. On the palate, the experience is just as captivating. It is a wine that is both explosive and fresh, whose complex and harmonious flavors will leave you with a lasting impression. It benefited from patient aging of 18 to 24 months, refining its personality and depth.
This wine is an invitation to conviviality and the pleasures of the table. I particularly recommend it with red meats, whose richness will pair perfectly with its structure. It will also be an excellent partner for game, where its spicy and fruity notes will enhance the intense flavors. And for cheese lovers, consider pairing it with aged cheeses, which will highlight its aromatic complexity. Ornellaia 1999 is more than a wine, it is an experience to be savored, a moment of sharing and discovery that you deserve to treat yourself to. Let yourself be carried away by this Tuscan excellence.
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