Le Volte Dell'Ornellaia Toscana IGT 2021 Ornellaia Estate

"The Ornellaia vaults" is a red wine high quality label produced by Tenuta dell'Ornellaia. Its intense ruby ​​red color immediately attracts attention and the aroma of wild berries, flowers and sweet spices, deriving from the refinement in wood, offers a unique olfactory experience. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, soft and round, making it incredibly smooth to drink. Ideal both to be drunk immediately and to be kept in the cellar for a few years, "Le Volte dell'Ornellaia" will never disappoint.

Ornellaia is an estate with an intoxicating charm, a place where history blends with the poetry of the sea and the beauty of the surrounding nature. This corner of paradise extends between the hamlet of Bolgheri, in the municipality of Castagneto Carducci, in the province of Livorno (Tuscany), and the coast, where the sea gently laps the land.

The lands of Ornellaia have an ancient and fascinating history. In the past, these lands were covered by the waters of the Mediterranean, which left behind a soil rich in sandy substrates, marls and marine fossils. Today, the clays emerge, dotted with heterometric limestone pebbles, changing witnesses of the past. But Ornellaia is not just history and the sea: the estate is the result of the perfect symbiosis between man and nature. The men who work here have been able to identify the vocation of each single vineyard parcel, thus creating a unique and unrepeatable micro-cosm.

The Ornellaia vineyards are divided into small parcels, each with its own identity and language, and are mainly exposed to the south-west, to catch every last ray of the sun setting over the sea. The vines that dominate the estate are Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, followed by Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and, for white berried grapes, from Sauvignon Blanc, from Petit Manseng, from Viognier, from < strong>Verdicchio and from Vermentino. These vines grow in soils of marine, alluvial and volcanic origin, and are cultivated with respect for nature, in harmony with the surrounding environment.

Ornellaia is a philosophy of life that is fully expressed in wines such as Le Volte dell'Ornellaia Toscana IGT. This red wine, mainly composed of Merlot, Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, tells a story of conviviality, simplicity and passion for quality that can be breathed in every sip. A fine wine for those who love wine spontaneously, without the need for ceremonies.

The harvest of Le Volte dell'Ornellaia is a unique experience, which allows you to savor the beauty and harmony of this magical place. The grapes are harvested with care and passion, in perfect synergy with nature, to create wines of great elegance and complexity. Ornellaia is a place where nature and man work together in perfect harmony to create high quality wines, which tell the story and the beauty of Tuscany. A philosophy of life that is expressed in every bottle, to give unforgettable emotions to those who know how to appreciate the beauty and simplicity of authentic things.

The 2020 vintage of the Le Volte dell'Ornelia Toscana IGT Rosso wine was characterized by a mild and rainy winter, which led to a temporary lowering of temperatures in the month of March, just as budding begins. However, the newly blossomed shoots were protected by the cottony bud tissue, thus avoiding frost damage. During the spring, the weather was generally warm with normal rainfall, guaranteeing regular vegetative development until flowering, which took place at the end of May.

The month of June was characterized by a passage of rain of great intensity, followed by a long period of drought and scorching temperatures until the end of August. However, the veraison took place evenly and quickly at the end of July, starting the ripening of the grapes under a burning sun. At the end of August, the rains arrived which led to a significant drop in temperatures, ideal conditions for completing the maturation of the Merlots.

The Merlots were harvested early and quickly to preserve their freshness as much as possible and was followed by the harvest of the later vines from 17 September. During the following week, the thermometer showed up to 37 degrees, but we were lucky to have already completed the harvest in time.

The vinification of Le Volte dell'Ornelia was done separately in small steel tanks respecting the different varietal characteristics during the fermentation phases. After the alcoholic fermentation, malolactic fermentation followed, again in steel tanks. The aging phase lasted 10 months, partly in barriques previously used for Ornellaia, and the other part in cement tanks, thus obtaining a perfect balance between tannic structure and fruity expression. In conclusion, despite the difficulties related to the climatic conditions, Le Volte dell'Ornelia has produced a high quality wine, thanks to the attention and care dedicated to the cultivation and vinification of the grapes.

Awards and Recognition

• James Sucking 93/100
• Robert Parker 90/100
• Wine Spectator 90/100

Ornellaia Estate

Located in the prestigious wine region of Tuscany, Tenuta dell'Ornellaia is the ideal place for a winery. famous for the production of extraordinary Tuscan Wines, which include both Red Wines and White Wines. This renowned estate extends over an area boasting an exceptional combination of terroir and climate, offering ideal conditions for growing high-quality grapes.

The Ornellaia estate is one of the most prestigious estates in the world. particularly famous for its iconic Supertuscans, a category of prestigious wines that combines the Tuscan winemaking tradition with enological innovation. These wines are the result of a careful process of grape selection, vinification and aging, which enhances the distinctive character and complexity of the wine. of the vines used.