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Rocca di Frassinello - Ornello - Maremma Toscana DOC
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Ornello takes its name from the distinctive long stick that is traditionally used to drive cattle in the coastal Maremma region of Tuscany. Much like the “butteri,” or local cowboys who have worked these lands for centuries, this striking wine is a unique product of this terrain and offers an effortless combination of power and elegance that is sure to captivate the drinker. A vibrant cherry red hue and notes of crushed berries, ground coffee and underbrush are immediately apparent when you pour the first glass, followed by enticing flavors of kirsch, dried herbs and dark chocolate on the palate. Ornello has a firm structure and well-defined tannins from the Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah components of the blend, as well as balanced acidity and a rounded palate from the influence of the Sangiovese and Merlot. After harvest and vinification, Ornello is aged in oak barrels for 6 months and then bottle-aged for a further 5 months until it is deemed ready for release.
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Provenance
- Type
- Red
- Producer
- Rocca di Frassinello
- Country
- Italy
- Appellation
- Maremma Toscana DOC
- Region
- Tuscany
Technical
- Vintage
- Grapes
- ABV
- Size
- Ageing
- Serving
- 16° - 18° C
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Key characteristics
About this wine
Rocca di Frassinello's Ornello is a sophisticated Maremma Toscana DOC red that showcases the producer's mastery of Tuscan terroir. This full-bodied blend combines Sangiovese, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon, a structure that balances the region's characteristic firm tannins with elegant red fruit expression. At 14.5% ABV, it delivers a warming, complex profile that reflects the maritime-influenced climate and mineral-rich soils of southern Tuscany.
The wine's composition and winemaking philosophy emphasize harmony between traditional Sangiovese character and international varietals, creating a versatile expression suited to the sophisticated palate. Ornello pairs beautifully with lamb, beef, and grilled meats, while its tannin structure complements aged cheeses, cured charcuterie, mushroom-based dishes, and truffle preparations. Whether served at a fine dining table or in a private villa setting, this Maremma Toscana DOC red offers the depth and refinement expected of a premium Tuscan wine.
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Producer
Rocca di Frassinello
Rocca di Frassinello is a prestigious winery located in the Maremma region of Tuscany, Italy. Established as a collaboration between Italy's Castellare di Castellina and France's Domaines Barons de Rothschild-Château Lafite, the…
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Tuscany
Italy's most ancient wine region, Tuscany may not be a heavyweight in terms of quantity, but as the home of two of the country's most famous fine wines, Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino, it certainly holds its own in terms…
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Maremma Toscana DOC
Maremma Toscana is a wine region located in the southern part of Tuscany, Italy. The region is known for producing high-quality wines that are rich in flavor and character. The history of winemaking in Maremma Toscana dates back…
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