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Ornellaia, Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 1997

Tasting Notes

The aromas are fascinating here, underlying the uniqueness of the vintage with spearmint, thyme and coastal-rosemary undertones to the currant and tobacco character. Medium body, superb and engaging fruit, soft and silky tannins and lovely acidity that carries thing through wonderfully till the end. Love the finesse. Seamless. Drink now.

96
James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com, November 2016
94
Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (130), August 2000

The 1997 firmly places Ornellaia back with the best of Italy. Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon with some Merlot, it is full-bodied and extremely fruity with superpolished tannins. It’s hard not to drink it now, but be patient. It will give more pleasure in years to come. 96 pts.

James Suckling, Wine Spectator, October 2000
96
James Suckling, Wine Spectator, October 2000
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