Tenuta dell'Ornellaia – Ornellaia 2011 – Tuscany Italy

Tenuta dell'Ornellaia Ornellaia 2011 is a Bolgheri DOC Superiore red from Tuscany, made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. Known as “L’Infinito,” it combines ripe, vibrant fruit with powerful yet polished tannins.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grapes: 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot
• Region / Appellation: Bolgheri DOC Superiore, Tuscany, Italy
• Vintage: 2011
• Aging: 18 months in barriques (70% new), followed by 12 months in bottle
• Special Note: Vintage character “L’Infinito”
• Style: Concentrated, polished, age-worthy Tuscan red

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Fruit: Ripe, fresh dark fruit
• Aromatic Detail: Balsamic, toasted, and spicy notes
• Structure: Powerful, smooth, glossy tannins
• Finish: Very long, spicy, and fresh

The estate highlights the 2011 for its combination of concentration and freshness, with powerful tannins polished enough to fill the palate without heaviness.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Exact-vintage blend and aging from the estate technical sheet
• Combines concentration with unusually polished tannins
• A vibrant, long-finishing Ornellaia built for development

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Grilled ribeye or roast beef
• Braised lamb or game
• Aged Pecorino Toscano

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors of structured Super Tuscan wines
✓ Drinkers who enjoy concentrated reds with polished tannins and freshness
✕ Not ideal if you prefer delicate, low-tannin reds