Ornellaia 1997 is a dry red wine from Tuscany, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc. It presents an intense ruby color, a complex aroma of red fruits and spices. On the palate, it is structured, elegant, and persistent, with fine tannins. Aged 18 months in barriques, it is ideal with red meats and aged cheeses. Serve at 16-18°C.
Italy - Tuscany Dry red wine, Bordeaux-style blend Cabernet Sauvignon 65%, Merlot 30%, Cabernet Franc 5%
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Colour
Intense ruby red with garnet reflections
Bouquet
Complex, ripe red fruits, sweet spices, tobacco, leather
Taste
Structured, elegant, fine tannins, persistent, long finish
Alcohol content
13.5% vol
Type of glass
Large red wine glass
Pairings
Roasted or grilled red meats, game, aged cheeses
Refinement
18 months in French oak barriques (70% new), then 12 months in bottle
Vinification
Fermentation in steel, maceration, malolactic fermentation
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