Ornello

Ornello

Created in honour of the ‘butteri’, who remain the symbol of the Maremma region, strong and elegant at the same time. The Ornello (from the name of the wood – manna ash), is a long, pointed stick that is still used today for driving cattle. It stands out for its substantial percentage of Syrah grapes that make it very full and rich, nonetheless retaining the typical elegance and freshness of Rocca di Frassinello wines.

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Tasting notes:

Intense ruby red. On the nose it has balsamic and roasted coffee notes. On the palate there are notes of woody undergrowth and soft, velvety tannins.

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Pairings:

It pairs well with meat dishes, including roasts, cold cuts and medium-mature cheeses.

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Wine description

Grapes:

40% Sangioveto, 20% Syrah, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot

Classification:

DOC Maremma Toscana

Vinification:

In steel

Refinement:

in 50% new barriques

Duration of refinement before bottling:

12 months

Refinement in the bottle:

5 months

Vineyard altitude:

90 mt.

Soil type:

Medium mix with a rich skeleton

Training system:

Spurred cordon

Planting density:

5.900

Grape yield per hectare:

55 Ql

Harvesting period:

First half of September

Fermentation tanks material:

Steel at controlled temperature

Malolactic fermentation:

Yes

 

Awards and Rating

Robert Parker
92/100

93/100

92/100

91/100

 

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