Tenuta dell'Ornellaia – Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore 2015 “Il Carisma” – Tuscany Italy

Ornellaia 2015 “Il Carisma” is one of the great vintages from this iconic Bolgheri estate. Crafted from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, this Super Tuscan reflects a near-textbook growing season that produced wines of remarkable balance, depth, and refinement.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grapes: 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, 17% Cabernet Franc, 7% Petit Verdot
• Region: Bolgheri Superiore DOC, Tuscany, Italy
• Estate: Tenuta dell'Ornellaia
• Vintage Theme: “Il Carisma”
• Aging: About 18 months in French oak barriques (70% new)
• Style: Full-bodied, oak-aged Super Tuscan red

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Full-bodied
• Fruit: Ripe blackberry, blackcurrant, dark cherry
• Savory: Balsamic, spice, tobacco
• Structure: Dense yet velvety tannins with long finish

The 2015 vintage displays Ornellaia’s hallmark intensity and elegance. Aromas of ripe dark fruit emerge alongside balsamic and spicy notes. On the palate the wine is rich and full-bodied, with a dense, velvety tannic texture that fills the mouth with depth and refinement. The finish is long and structured, leaving lingering impressions of spice and firmness.

❤️ Why We Love It

• One of the great Ornellaia vintages from a textbook growing season
• Powerful yet refined Super Tuscan with exceptional balance
• Highly collectible wine from one of Bolgheri’s benchmark estates

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Bistecca alla Fiorentina or grilled ribeye
• Braised lamb, wild boar, or venison
• Aged Parmigiano Reggiano or Pecorino Toscano

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors of iconic Super Tuscan wines
✓ Drinkers who enjoy powerful Bordeaux-style blends
✕ Not ideal if you prefer light or simple reds