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Ornus 2022 is a Chardonnay from Tenuta dell'Ornellaia in Bolgheri, fermented in steel and wood then aged a few months in barrels. Its main drawback is the price: €135.72 normalized to 75 cl for a white with no distinction mentioned.
Bolgheri and Chardonnay are named, but this international grape variety is not a Tuscan grape and the clay-galestro soil remains a general description.
No distinction or guide mentioned; Tenuta dell'Ornellaia is a renowned producer, which prevents it from ranking lower.
At €67.86 for 37.5 cl, the price normalized to 75 cl reaches €135.72 for a Bolgheri white without distinction: expensive for what is described.
Precise pairings (fish, crustaceans, light dishes), fruity, floral and citrus profile described, serving at 10-12 °C indicated.
Estate named and located in Bolgheri, fermentation in steel and wood then several months in barrels specified; harvest and organic not 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
Today I'm taking you to discover a wine that embodies the finesse and richness of the Bolgheri terroir. Ornus 2022, a Chardonnay signed by Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, is a true gem that will surprise you with its balance and complexity. It is an invitation to a sensory journey in the heart of Tuscany.
We are in Bolgheri, a coastal region of Tuscany where Tenuta dell'Ornellaia has revealed the potential of Chardonnay. This estate, renowned for its iconic red wines, demonstrates with Ornus its mastery of white grape varieties. The soil, rich in clay and galestro, offers an ideal environment for this international grape variety to flourish, giving it a unique expression and a distinctive minerality.
Ornus 2022 is the result of careful vinification. The grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks and wooden barrels, a method that extracts the purity of the fruit while adding structure and complexity. It then benefits from several months of aging in wooden barrels, which refines its aromas and texture. To the eye, you will discover a luminous robe. On the nose, this wine reveals a fruity and floral aromatic profile, with citrus notes that bring beautiful freshness. On the palate, it proves balanced, with lovely liveliness and a pleasant persistence, leaving an impression of purity and elegance.
This Chardonnay from Tenuta dell'Ornellaia is an ideal companion for your meals. I particularly recommend it with dishes based on fish or seafood, such as a scallop carpaccio or a shrimp risotto. It will also pair wonderfully with light dishes, delicately highlighting their flavors without overpowering them. Imagine it with a sea bass fillet in salt crust or grilled crustaceans; its citrus notes and freshness will bring a touch of brilliance to your plate.
Ornus 2022 is more than a wine; it is an experience. It is the kind of bottle you open to celebrate a special moment, or simply to treat yourself. Let yourself be carried away by this Tuscan Chardonnay, an authentic expression of the Bolgheri terroir that will leave you with a memorable memory. It is an invitation to savor the Dolce Vita, glass in hand.
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