What kind of wine is Bolgheri Rosso DOC 'Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia' 2023 - Ornellaia (cased)

The Bolgheri Rosso DOC 'Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia' 2023 - Ornellaia represents the elegance and finesse of the great Tuscan wine tradition. Born as the "second wine" of the renowned Ornellaia winery, it retains the company's distinctive style while offering pleasant freshness and immediate drinkability. The Bolgheri Rosso DOC appellation perfectly combines the Bordeaux soul of the territory: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot blend into a wine with a balanced character and excellent value for money.

Vintage Details

The 2023 vintage of Bolgheri Rosso DOC 'Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia' was characterized by a regular climate and a balanced summer, which favored a slow and complete ripening of the grapes. Cool nights and sunny days preserved the aromaticity and vivacity of the fruit, resulting in a harmonious and vibrant wine. Grapes from younger vineyards produced a red with remarkable aromatic intensity and great pleasantness.

Winemaking and Aging

Winemaking involves fermentation in stainless steel at controlled temperatures, followed by a maceration (skin contact) of about two weeks, useful for extracting color, aromas, and tannins. Each variety is vinified separately to respect its peculiarities. This is followed by an aging of approximately 15 months in French oak barriques, some new and some second-passage: the wines remain separate for the first year, then blended to complete maturation. The result is a balanced, rich red ready to provide satisfaction in its early years. A further rest of about 6 months in the bottle refines its complexity.

Tasting Notes

The Bolgheri Rosso DOC 'Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia' 2023 - Ornellaia (cased) offers a complete and harmonious sensory experience, in perfect balance between structure, elegance, and freshness.

Color

It presents a brilliant ruby red color, with violet reflections that speak of its youth and vitality.

Nose

The nose reveals intense aromas of ripe red fruits, such as cherry and blackberry, accompanied by floral notes and slight spicy hints of vanilla and cocoa, derived from wood aging. The ensemble is elegant and well-balanced, without excess.

Palate

On the palate, it is harmonious and medium-bodied, with silky tannins and a pleasant acidity that makes it smooth and balanced. The finish is long, with fruity and spicy hints that invite another sip. It is a wine with a refined character, suitable both for those approaching important reds and for those seeking a solid label consistent with the Ornellaia name.

What dishes to pair with Bolgheri Rosso DOC 'Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia' 2023 - Ornellaia (cased)

Thanks to its structure and softness, it pairs perfectly with:

• Savory pasta dishes with meat or red sauces
• Grilled red meats or roasts
• Aged cheeses and Tuscan cured meats
• Game dishes or stews

It is also ideal as a meditation wine, to be slowly savored to appreciate all its nuances.

Storage and Aging

For those wondering how to store Bolgheri Rosso DOC 'Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia' 2023 - Ornellaia (cased) wine, the advice is to keep it in a cool, dry place away from direct light, with a constant temperature of around 12-15°C. Although already pleasant from the start, it has good aging potential: it can refine in the bottle for 5-8 years, developing greater complexity and roundness. The case in which it is presented enhances its appearance, also making it an excellent gift idea for lovers of great Tuscan wines.