Le Volte Dell' Ornellaia 2021

A polished and approachable Tuscan red, this wine opens with aromas of ripe blackberry, cherry, plum, and sweet spice with hints of cedar and earth. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, offering juicy dark fruit, silky texture, and balanced acidity supported by refined tannins. Elegant and harmonious, it finishes long with lingering notes of spice, cocoa, and ripe berries.

Food Pairing: Grilled meats, pasta with rich sauces, roasted vegetables, braised dishes, and aged cheeses.

92 James Suckling Pts: "A firm and silky wine with bark, berry, chocolate and light coffee aromas and flavors. Medium body. Creamy textured finish. Merlot with cabernet sauvignon and some montepulciano. Drinkable and fresh."

92 Wine Enthusiast Pts: "The nose blends rich fruit notes of cherry, pomegranate, blood orange and raspberry with a woody, earthy, slightly herbal savoriness. The cherries and blood orange star on the palate, with the savory elements continuing to make themselves known before a closing kick of chili heat. Vibrant acidity bounces around chalky tannins."

92 Wine Spectator Pts: "Shows expressive, succulent flavors of black currant, blackberry, cassis and lavender that need time to integrate with the firm, dusty tannins, some of which come from the oak. Comes together even better with a few minutes of air. Offers fine length."

91 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate Pts: "The Ornellaia 2021 Le Volte dell'Ornellaia offers bright and youthful fruit with dark cherry, cassis, spice and red rose. This wine is composed of Merlot, Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon. You feel the acidity of the Italian grape and the rich fruit from the two French varietals. The wine is tonic and tight with mid-weight intensity. This is the entry-level red from one of Italy's most iconic estates."