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Le Volte dell'Ornellaia 2008 75cl

IGT | Tuscany | Italy
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Critics scores
89 Robert Parker
The 2008 Le Volte is an impressively constituted, rich wine. In 2008 the wilder, rougher side of Sangiovese is particularly evident. Dark cherries, herbs and tobacco emerge from a powerful, rather burly frame. The vintage doesn’t seem to have given General Manager/Agronomist Leonardo Raspini and his contract growers the most ideal of conditions to work with. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2016.
88 Wine Spectator
A little chewy right now, but there's some pretty plum and dried cherry character on the medium-bodied palate. Needs bottle age to soften. Best after 2011. –JS
Producer
Tenuta dell'Ornellaia
From its position on the hillside close to Bolgheri, the Ornellaia Estate lies hidden amongst the foothills of the Mediterranean coast. The cool sea breezes caress the vineyards and its surrounding olive groves throughout the summer months, while instead, during the winter, the hills provide protection from the cold northern winds. Ornellaia believes that their wines should be produced to illustrate the truest expression of their original terroir. The diversity of the estate’s soils – marine, alluvial and volcanic – coupled with the maritime climate, create an environment in which red and white varietals flourish. The myriad of vineyard plots fit into this untouched landscape like a mosaic, creating a unique expression of beauty, complexity and elegance. However, experience, skill and determination of the Ornellaia team also plays a major role in enhancing the quality and reputation of Ornellaia. For it is the estate itself that provides a continual source of inspiration, suggesting exclusive and exciting ways to capture the property’s natural generosity.