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Le Serre Nuove dell'Ornellaia

2006 Bolgheri Red Blend

Le Serre Nuove dell'Ornellaia is a captivating red blend from the renowned Bolgheri region, renowned for its exceptional terroir and quality wines. The 2006 vintage showcases a beautifully deep red color that entices the senses. This full-bodied wine impresses with its vibrant acidity, which adds a refreshing balance to its overall composition. Rich, fruit-forward notes of dark berries and plums mingle harmoniously with subtle oak nuances and spices, creating a complex yet approachable profile. The tannins are notable, providing structure and depth, while the wine's dryness enhances its versatility, making it an excellent companion for a variety of dishes. With its elegant character and impeccable craftsmanship, Le Serre Nuove represents the artistry of Italian winemaking at its finest.

Tasting notes:


Blackberry

Blackberry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Tobacco

Tobacco

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Bolgheri

The birthplace of cult wine Sassicaia and the "Super Tuscan" movement, Bolgheri DOC is a fascinating recent addition to Italian wine history. For fans of silky Bordeaux-style reds, Bolgheri's nonconformist blends of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Sangiovese are second to none. Lying in a coastal area of central Tuscany called Alta Maremma (which was swampland until it was drained in the 1930s), Bolgheri's sloping, gravelly terroir is quite distinct from the Chianti hills. A local winemaker planted Bordeaux grapes here after WWII, and in 1978 his Sassicaia won first place at a blind tasting of Bordeaux wines. The rest is history. Bolgheri's Vermentino-based whites, while less famous, are also well worth seeking out. The DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) designation for Italian wines was introduced in the 1960s. It is the main classification system used in the country and regulates what winemakers can and cannot do regarding wine style, varietal restrictions, minimum and maximum alcohol levels, aging techniques and growing regions.

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