Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 2018
Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 2018
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The Ornellaia 2018 is a distinguished Italian classic from Bolgheri, displaying rich notes of blackberry, dark cherry, espresso, and warm spice. A warm vintage has produced generous fruit and impressive structure, balanced by freshness and refined tannins.
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Score 97
The 2018 Ornellaia is an introvert at this stage. Medium in body, with terrific persistence and impeccable balance, the 2018 is not in any mood to show all its cards today. Hints of red berry fruit, mocha, spice, licorice and dried flowers emerge with a bit of coaxing. I won’t be surprised to see it put on weight with more time in bottle. There is certainly plenty to look forward to. Readers should expect a silky, aromatic Ornellaia in line with vintages such as 2004 that are more about finesse than raw power. This is the first time in which Merlot drives the blend in Ornellaia.
