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Ornato

2009 Barolo Red Blend

Palladino Ornato is a refined red blend from the illustrious Barolo region, captured beautifully in the vintage of 2009. This wine showcases a deep ruby color that hints at its complexity and depth. On the palate, it embodies a full-bodied structure with a remarkable balance of acidity, ensuring an invigorating freshness that complements its richness. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing layers of dark cherry, blackberry, and subtle floral notes, while its tannins provide a firm yet graceful backbone, lending this blend an impressive sophistication. The wine is wonderfully dry, making it an ideal companion to hearty dishes or aged cheeses. With continued aging potential, Palladino Ornato offers a delightful representation of Barolo's exceptional terroir and winemaking tradition.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Italy
Italy

While France takes the crown for the most famous wines styles and grape varieties, Italy is where wine was first perfected. The ancient Greeks called it Oenotria—"land of the vines"—and the Roman Empire advanced grape growing and winemaking to a level of quality we still enjoy today. But behind Italy's best-known wines, such as Chianti, Barolo and prosecco, there's an almost endless diversity of delights awaiting the intrepid explorer. The key to understanding Italian wine is regionality and (of course) food. From the aromatic and sparkling whites of the north to Sicily's rich and spicy reds, Italy offers wine lovers a lifetime of gastronomic treats.

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