2008 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore Magnum

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The history of Tenuta dell'Ornellaia and the Bolgheri region

Tenuta dell'Ornellaia was founded in 1981 by Marchese Lodovico Antinori, in the Tuscan region of Bolgheri, near the Tyrrhenian coast. The ambition: to produce wines that can compete with the greatest Bordeaux wines. The vineyards are located on rolling hills overlooking the sea, which creates a unique microclimate with warm days, cool nights and a fresh sea breeze. Since 2005, the estate has been in the hands of the Frescobaldi family, who preserve and further refine the character of the wines. Ornellaia is today one of the most acclaimed wineries in Italy.

Wines from Tenuta dell'Ornellaia and their style

The estate produces several wines, including the iconic Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore, Le Serre Nuove, Le Volte and the white Poggio alle Gazze. Ornellaia itself is a Bordeaux blend consisting of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The style is powerful yet refined, with great emphasis on balance, maturation and terroir expression.

2008 Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore Magnum: grapes, harvest and vinification

The 2008 vintage was characterised by a cool start to the growing season, followed by a warm, stable summer with excellent maturation conditions. The blend for this magnum bottle consists of approximately 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 16% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot. The grapes were hand-harvested and rigorously selected. After separate fermentation of each grape variety in stainless steel tanks, malolactic fermentation followed in barriques. The wine was then aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, 70% of which were new, and a further 12 months in bottle before release.

Color, aroma and taste of the 2008 Ornellaia Magnum

The 2008 Ornellaia shows a deep, opaque ruby red color. The nose is complex with aromas of blackcurrant, cherry, tobacco, graphite, cedar and a hint of balsamic. On the palate the wine is rich and concentrated with silky tannins, a full body and an impressive structure. The palate offers layers of ripe black fruit, spices and subtle toasted notes. The long finish confirms the ageing potential of this special magnum edition.

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Wine and food pairings with 2008 Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore Magnum

Grilled ribeye with rosemary and sea salt: The fat of the meat is perfectly carried by the tannins and intensity of the wine.
Braised lamb shoulder with garlic and thyme: Deep flavors and soft texture complement the structure and spiciness of the wine.
Beetroot and Gorgonzola Risotto: Creamy, earthy and slightly salty – a fascinating complement to the dark fruit and freshness of the wine.
Mushroom Lasagna with Parmesan: Umami-rich flavors enhance the wine's depth without overpowering it.
Venison steak with blackcurrant sauce and parsnip puree: The wild notes and concentrated sauce combine beautifully with the wine's elegance and power.
Grilled tuna with a black sesame crust and soy-honey glaze: The fish's texture and sweet-savory profile make a striking yet harmonious pairing with this bolgheri classic.

Specifications

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Type of Wine Red
Country Italy
Region Tuscany
Appellation Bolgheri
Icons Icon Italy
Winery Tenuta dell Ornellaia
Grape Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese
Biological certified No
Natural wine No
Vegan No
Vintage 2008
Drinking as of 2018
Drinking till 2032
Alcohol % 14.5
Alcohol free/low No
Content 1.5 ltr
Oak aging Yes
Sparkling No
Dessert wine No
Closure Cork
Parker rating 97
James Suckling rating 98
Vinous rating 97
Tasting Profiles Complex, Donker fruit, Droog, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Tannines, Vol
Drink moments Indruk maken, Lekker luxe

Professional Reviews

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Parker

97

James Suckling

98

Vinous

97

Wijnhuis

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Lodovico Antinori already had a head start at birth. The Antinoris have been among the Florentine merchant nobility for centuries and already joined the wine buyers' guild in 1385. Since then, there has always been one member of the family in the wine trade. The family estates in Tuscany were greatly expanded in the 18th and 19th centuries and the family gained a lot of experience in the winery. At the beginning of this century, she founded an influential trading company. Marquis Lodovico worked for a while in the family business, but decided to go his own way in the early 1980s. He created an extensive vineyard on Tenuta dell'Ornelllaia, a family estate in Bolgheri on the Mediterranean, 96 km from Florence.

This part of the Maremma not only has a beautiful wild nature, but is also a fertile agricultural area, a region with great potential for wine production. Lodovico's uncle, Marquis Incisa della Rochetta, had already drawn Bolgheri's attention to the wine world with his pioneering work on Tenuta San Guido and with his Sassiciaia, now regarded as one of the world's greatest red wines.

Lodovico Antinori followed in his uncle's footsteps in nearby Ornellaia, although he makes a completely different type of wine. He learned from a number of international wine authorities that the character of the Bolgheri soil resembled that of St.-Émilion and Pomerol in Bordeaux was ideal for the production of quality wine. The special feature of the Ornellaia vineyard - for Italian standards - is the high percentage of merlot. The assembly for Antinori's top wine, the red Ornellaia, contains 40% merlot. However, this grape comes into its own best at the vigna veccia (old vines) of the winery. Since 1987, this plot has supplied the raw material for a 100% Merlot cuvée called the Masseto. The grapes for this wine have been picked under a sunny September sky. After the long fermentation of 18-20 days, the wine is naturally transferred to tanks. After which a maturing process in new Barriques. The result is a wine with structure, very pure fruit and a beautiful balance.

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