Tenuta dell'Ornellaia - Masseto 1997 – Toscana IGT Italy

Tenuta dell'Ornellaia - Masseto 1997 is one of the most celebrated vintages of this iconic Tuscan Merlot. Produced in the Bolgheri area of coastal Tuscany and aged in 100% new French oak barriques, this legendary vintage shows exceptional concentration, silky tannins, and remarkable elegance.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Merlot
• Region: Toscana IGT, Italy
• Vintage: 1997
• Aging: 24 months in new French oak barriques, plus 12 months bottle aging
• Harvest: August 25 – early September 1997
• Style: Full-bodied, age-worthy Italian red wine

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

The 1997 vintage is renowned for its warmth and concentration. The wine is spacious and ultra-concentrated with sensuous richness and beautifully silky tannins. Deep aromatics and layered texture give the palate both power and elegance, creating a wine that continues to evolve gracefully with age.

❤️ Why We Love It

• One of the most famous early vintages of Masseto
• Exceptional concentration from a warm, dry growing season
• A collector’s bottle that helped define the legend of the Masseto vineyard

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Braised beef, lamb shank, or rich game dishes
• Truffle pasta or mushroom risotto
• Aged Parmigiano Reggiano and hard alpine cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors of iconic Super Tuscan wines
✓ Drinkers who appreciate mature, complex Merlot
✕ Not ideal if you prefer youthful, fruit-forward wines