Tenuta dell'Ornellaia – Ornellaia 2006 – Tuscany Italy

Tenuta dell'Ornellaia Ornellaia 2006 is a Bolgheri DOC Superiore red from Tuscany, made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. The estate named the vintage “L’Esuberanza” for its depth, concentration, and energetic balance.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grapes: 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot
• Region / Appellation: Bolgheri DOC Superiore, Tuscany, Italy
• Vintage: 2006
• Aging: 18 months in barriques, followed by 12 months in bottle
• Special Note: Vintage character “L’Esuberanza”
• Style: Concentrated, powerful, balanced Tuscan red

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Fruit: Ripe dark fruit
• Aromatic Detail: Rich, complex aromas
• Structure: Dense tannins with lively acidity
• Finish: Powerful yet elegant

Ornellaia describes 2006 as lush and concentrated, with dense tannins and acidity working in harmony to preserve elegance within the wine’s power.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Exact-vintage estate blend with strong Cabernet Sauvignon leadership
• Combines concentration and depth with lively balance
• A serious, cellar-worthy expression of Bolgheri DOC Superiore

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Grilled ribeye or bistecca alla Fiorentina
• Braised short ribs or lamb
• Aged Pecorino Toscano

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors of structured Super Tuscan wines
✓ Drinkers who value power balanced by freshness and elegance
✕ Not ideal if you prefer light, early-drinking reds