The 2021 Ornellaia Le Serre Nuove dell’ Ornellaia DOC is a truly exceptional expression of Tuscany, Italy. Vibrant aromas of ripe black cherry, plum, and cassis dance on the nose, accented by subtle hints of tobacco and cedar. On the palate, this wine showcases a rich and velvety texture, with flavours of dark berries, dark chocolate, and a touch of spice. The tannins are well-integrated, providing a smooth and elegant finish that lingers on the palate. The colour is a deep ruby red, with a slight purple hue. This vintage from Ornellaia is a true testament to the quality of the grapes and the skill of the winemaker. It is a wine that is sure to impress even the most discerning of palates. Enjoy now or cellar for years to come.
Critic Reviews
95 POINTS
Danielle Callegari - Wine Enthusiast
On the nose, hot, meaty, umami aromas hold court, but dark fruit and a sanguine, tangy metallic component prevent those notes of smoke, pepper and tar from becoming overpowering. Undertones of vanilla and chocolate lift the fruit on the palate, but unyielding tannins and energetic acid ensure the spicy earthiness endures.
94 POINTS
Falstaff
Clear, rich ruby red with a slightly purple edge. The nose reveals notes of delicate red currant, ripe plums and rich sour cherries with discreet leather and a touch of mint in the background. Velvety tannins on the palate, well balanced, with a fruit-driven, elegant and long-lasting finish.
94 POINTS
Falstaff
Clear, rich ruby red with a slightly purple edge. The nose is fine and delicate with notes of red currants, ripe plums and rich sour cherries. The background is discreetly leathery with a hint of mint. The palate has velvety tannins, well balanced, with fruit-driven, elegant and long finish.
94 POINTS
Antonio Galloni MW - Vinous
The 2021 Le Serre Nuove dell'Ornellaia packs a huge punch. Masses of dark fruit, bittersweet chocolate, leather, licorice and cloves saturate the palate. I don't remember a Serre Nuove with this much sheer power and somber intensity, but the balance is there, especially with aeration. It will be interesting to see how the 2021 develops. Today it is quite the powerhouse.
93 POINTS
Monica Larner - Robert Parker Wine Advocate
The 2021 Bolgheri Rosso Le Serre Nuove dell'Ornellaia is a nicely extracted and rich blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. This vintage is very generous, even opulent, with dark fruit that is framed by exotic spice, baking chocolate and softly toasted tones from French oak. The wine ends on a creamy note with vanilla and cinnamon. The oak needs a few more years to integrate.
90 POINTS
Georgina Hindle - Decanter
Cool blue fruits and crushed stones on the palate, this smells fresh and clean with some dried herbs, mint, liquorice and aniseed. High acidity and cool blue fruit give the initial flavours before the salty, almost stony-edged tannins come into play. It's sleek and I like the clean nature of the expression. It feels refined but at the same time really not giving muhc in the way of filling texture, fruit forwardness or energy. Feels a little restricted right now. 11% Petit Verdot completes the blend.
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Tasting Notes
The 2021 Ornellaia Le Serre Nuove dell’ Ornellaia DOC is a truly exceptional expression of Tuscany, Italy. Vibrant aromas of ripe black cherry, plum, and cassis dance on the nose, accented by subtle hints of tobacco and cedar. On the palate, this wine showcases a rich and velvety texture, with flavours of dark berries, dark chocolate, and a touch of spice. The tannins are well-integrated, providing a smooth and elegant finish that lingers on the palate. The colour is a deep ruby red, with a slight purple hue. This vintage from Ornellaia is a true testament to the quality of the grapes and the skill of the winemaker. It is a wine that is sure to impress even the most discerning of palates. Enjoy now or cellar for years to come.
