Bolgheri Rosso - Le Serre Nuove dell'Ornellaia 2006Philosophy

Our production philosophy revolves around Ornellaias obsession with excellence at all levels. Every choice we make is of absolute importance and implies an all-consuming attention to detail. At no point in the production process are shortcuts allowed or tolerated, and this is how we succeed harvesting grapes that are of the very highest quality irrespective of the climatic conditions in that particular year.

During the harvest period analysis and empiric testing enables us to determine which grapes to pick and in which order. The tasting of the grapes allows us to better ascertain the ripeness of the tannins and the balance within the bunches in order to establish the optimum harvest time and the vinification technique for the grapes from each parcel of land. We then subject each and every grape to a double selection process. On the first table the quality of the bunches is checked, while during a second control every single piece of vegetation is removed.

The grapes from each vineyard ferment separately in individual tanks, in this way each individual base wine (of which there are more than 60) contributes its own character to creation of the final blend according to the specific conditions of the vineyard area from which it comes : a combination of soil type, climatic exposition, grape variety, Only after a period of 12 months of ageing in French oak barrels will the base wines be selected and blended according to 2 principal criteria : the elegant expression required by Ornellaia and the character of vintage itself.

In the cellar

The cellar is the continuation of the vineyard. Here as well each vineyard is treated as an individual, vinified separately, with the objective to express the specific character of its parcel. Again the palate is our main tool, the daily tasting of the fermenting wines allow us to adapt extraction and maceration time to each of the 70 to 80 base wines, that will mature separately in small French oak barrels, before being selected and blended to achieve a subtle balance: expressing the specific character of the vintage while keeping Ornellaias voluptuous elegance.

Ownership

THE FRESCOBALDI FAMILY

For 700 years the Frescobaldi family has combined tradition, experience and innovation with creativity and the pursuit of excellence. The family has always looked to develop and celebrate the diversity of Tuscanys terroir, being proud owners of some of the greatest vineyards in this region.

They always seek to maintain the identity and autonomy of each property.

ORNELLAIA, perceived as one of the worlds iconic wineries, has flourished under the Frescobaldi familys ownership.

Le Serre Nuove dellOrnellaia

Made with the same passion and attention to detail as Ornellaia, Le Serre Nuove dellOrnellaia is a true "second vin". A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc & Petit Verdot, it combines approachability and a depth of flavour with proven ageing potential.

...2006 ...

50% MERLOT

35% CABERNET SAUVIGNON

9% CABERNET FRANC

6% PETIT VERDOT

WINEMAKERS TASTING NOTES - 2006

The fruit of an especially concentrated vintage, Le Serre Nuove dellOrnellaia 2006 displays a decidedly rich, mature personality. Deeply colored, it presents warm red berry fruit, coca, and spice aromas. On the palate its ample and round, with perfectly ripe, well polished tannins and rich fruit supported by perfectly balanced acidity. The union of Merlots richness, Petit Verdots freshness, and the Cabernets structure forge an unmistakable path for the 2006.

Axel Heinz September 2008

RATINGS - 2006

Wine Advocate 94

Wine Spectator 90

James Suckling 91

Antonio Galloni 94

Falstaff 91