Tenuta Dell’Ornellaia

Tenuta dell'Ornellaia is a Tuscan wine estate located in Bolgheri, a coastal zone within the Maremma region that has become synonymous with premium Bordeaux-style blends. The estate produces red wines exclusively, working within both the Bolgheri DOC and broader Toscana IGT classifications. Their focus centers on crafting wines from international grape varieties that have found exceptional expression in this maritime-influenced terroir.

The Bolgheri zone benefits from its proximity to the Tyrrhenian Sea, which provides moderating influences that allow late-ripening varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon to achieve full maturity while retaining freshness. The area's alluvial soils, mixed with clay and limestone deposits, have proven particularly well-suited to Bordeaux varietals. This combination of climate and soil has enabled producers in the region to create wines that rival traditional Bordeaux estates while expressing a distinctly Italian character.

The estate's portfolio demonstrates their commitment to Bordeaux varieties, with their flagship Ornellaia blend incorporating Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. Their range includes the second wine Serre Nuove, which typically emphasizes Merlot and Cabernet Franc, and Le Volte, a more accessible blend focusing on Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Each wine represents different expressions of the estate's terroir and winemaking philosophy within the Bolgheri framework.