Le Volte dell’Ornellaia — Toscana IGT 2024
Le Volte dell’Ornellaia is the approachable entry point into the world of Tenuta dell’Ornellaia — one of Tuscany’s most celebrated estates and a cornerstone of the Bolgheri appellation — and the 2023 vintage is its most joyful and expressive release in years. A blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and 5% Petit Verdot, raised in used Ornellaia barriques and concrete for around 10 months, this wine captures the estate’s signature elegance and precision in a bottle built for early enjoyment without sacrificing depth or character.
The nose is fruity and fresh: candied flowers, crushed raspberries, red apples, dark cherry compote, and a waft of balsamic herbs with fresh stony earth. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied — silky, crunchy, and vibrant, with a bright streak of raspberry coulis brought together by fresh acidity and a breezy, polished finish. Classy, aromatic, and built to drink beautifully from 2025 through 2035.
Wine Spectator 92 • Jeb Dunnuck 91 • Vinous (Antonio Galloni) 91 • James Suckling 90 — “ A bright, fruity wine with aromas of raspberries, red cherries, violets and subtle spices.”
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Producer: Tenuta dell’Ornellaia, Bolgheri, Tuscany, Italy
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Vintage: 2024
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Appellation: Toscana IGT
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Blend: 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot
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Vinification: Aged ~10 months in used Ornellaia barriques and concrete
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Size: 750ml
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Tasting Notes: Candied flowers, raspberry, red apple, dark cherry, balsamic herbs, stony earth, silky finish
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Cellar Potential: Drink now or cellar through 2035
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Best Paired With: Bistecca alla Fiorentina, wild boar ragù, roasted duck, truffle pizza, aged Pecorino, Parmigiano-Reggiano
Elegant, vibrant, and unmistakably Ornellaia — Le Volte is the benchmark for what a Super Tuscan entry point can be.
Wine Spectator 92 Points: A fruity style, boasting black currant, blackberry, black cherry, graphite and toasty oak flavors. Fluid and balanced, this leaves a detailed, refreshing finish, with an aftertaste of fruit and mineral notes. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Drink now through 2033.
Jeb Dunnuck 91 Points: The 2024 Le Volte dell'Ornellaia, composed primarily of Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and Petit Verdot, pours a youthful purple/red hue and is bright and expressive, with notes of red berries, plum, violet, fresh herbs, and cedar. Medium to full-bodied, rounded, and approachable, with a light, floating texture, ripe tannins, and refreshing acidity, this is a charming and accessible vintage to enjoy over the near to medium term. Drink 2026-2031.
Vinous Media 91 Points: The 2024 Le Volte dell'Ornellaia is a super-classy, polished wine. Floral, aromatic and light on its feet, the 2024 is a total delight. Crushed flowers, mint, sweet red cherry fruit, cedar and rose petal all grace this delicate, understated Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend.
James Suckling 90 Points: A bright, fruity wine with aromas of raspberries, red cherries, violets and subtle spices. Light- to medium-bodied with velvety tannins, grainy depth and moderate acidity.
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