In Bond Fine Wine. 2017 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri, Super-Tuscans, Italy. Red italy - tuscany in 6x75cl. Top critic score: 97/100 (AG). Drinking window: 2022–2045. Sold in bond by Albany Vintners, independent fine wine merchants.
Monica Larner (ML) — 96/100 · Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com, 21/05/2020 · Drink 2023-2045
This vintage of Ornellaia is called Solare and represents the 12th edition in the estate's Vendemmia d'Artista series featuring artwork by Tom's Saraceno. His beautiful art depicts a radiant sun halo and is intended as a symbol of sustainability. That theme of sunshine and warmth is particularly well suited to a vintage such as this. The Ornellaia 2017 Bolgheri Superiore Ornellaia is generous and…
Bruce Sanderson (BS) — 94/100 · Wine Spectator, 13/08/2020 · Drink 2022-2038
Though well-oaked, this features ample black cherry, plum and loam flavors to match the vanilla and sweet spice elements. Harmonious and accessible at this young stage, but will be better in a few years once the components harmonize. Vibrant and long. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Best from 2022 through 2038.
Antonio Galloni (AG) — 97/100 · Vinous, 01/03/2020 · Drink 2025-2042
A stunning wine, the 2017 Ornellaia offers a captivating interplay of richness and energy. Picking early was the key. Young vine Cabernet Sauvignon and Franc were harvested in August for the first time ever. In the glass, the 2017 offers up an enticing mélange of mocha, cedar, tobacco and licorice, with soft curves that add to its sensuality and allure. The 2017 is sumptuous and racy, as Ornellai…