Lot 422
TENUTA DELL`ORNELLAIA ORNELLAIA 1999 (1) 94 WA
TENUTA DELL`ORNELLAIA ORNELLAIA 2010 (1) 97+ WA

Lot 422 Details
TENUTA DELL`ORNELLAIA ORNELLAIA 1999 (1)
Tuscany.
wrinkled & scuffed label
The 1999 Ornellaia demonstrates immediately the superiority of the vintage in its dark, blackish color, powerful and expansive nose of cassis, graphite, tar, and Mediterranean herbs, and its rich, concentrated, and deep flavors, sizeable but very supple as well. Drink: 2005-2022. April 2004 WA 94
TENUTA DELL`ORNELLAIA ORNELLAIA 2010 (1)
Tuscany.
Poured from the special anniversary bottle, the 2010 Bolgheri Superiore Ornellaia is a truly outstanding wine that leaves a lasting memory for those who are lucky enough to enjoy it. What stands out is the absolutely seamless-seamless-seamless (yes, it's worth repeating three times) integration of its many moving parts. The wine magically transitions from cherry, spice, chocolate and espresso in one melodic and continuous loop. It exudes balance and elegance over long, delicious minutes. It is profoundly impressive. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2030. Of all the grapevines planted on the Ornellaia estate, the 2010 vintage showed best results with Merlot, says Leonardo Raspini. Because the harvest was later than usual, the early-ripening grape enjoyed a slow and steady evolution. Drink 2016-2030 August 2012 WA 97+