Tenuta Sette Ponti – Oreno 2016 – Tuscany Italy

Tenuta Sette Ponti Oreno 2016 is a concentrated Toscana IGT blend of 50% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 10% Petit Verdot, shaped by new French oak and combining dark-fruit intensity with polished structure.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grapes: 50% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Petit Verdot
• Region / Appellation: Toscana IGT, Tuscany, Italy
• Vintage: 2016
• Aging: 14–18 months in new French Allier oak barriques
• Alcohol: 15% ABV
• Style: Full-bodied, polished, age-worthy Super Tuscan red

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

Blackcurrant and small black fruits lead into balsamic and oak-spice detail. The palate is concentrated yet polished, with firm structure, ripe tannins, and a persistent finish.

❤️ Why We Love It

• A standout vintage of Tenuta Sette Ponti’s flagship Oreno
• Merlot richness is framed by Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot structure
• New French oak supports depth and long-term aging potential

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Grilled ribeye or roast beef
• Braised short ribs or lamb
• Truffle dishes and aged hard cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors of highly rated Super Tuscan wines
✓ Drinkers who enjoy full-bodied, structured Bordeaux-inspired blends
✕ Not ideal if you prefer light, delicate reds

🏆 Scores

• 99 Points – James Suckling
• 94 Points – Wine Advocate
• 93 Points – Wine Spectator

📦 Production

Exact 2016 production volume was not confirmed in the source materials reviewed.