Ornellaia 1997 Tenuta dell' Ornellaia

Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Brand	Tenuta dell' Ornellaia
Vintage	1997
Country	Italy
Region	Tuscany
Grape	Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Bordeaux Blend
Volume	0,75
Condition	From Original Wooden Case
Label	Slightly damaged, Slightly bin stained
Drinkable	-2017
Stock	0
Volume	0,75
Condition	From Original Wooden Case
Label	Slightly bin stained
Stock	0
Volume	1,5
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Stock	0
Volume	3,0
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	-2017
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (93)

The estate’s 1997 Ornellaia (65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc) combines the large-framed opulence of the 1999 with the slightly more herbal notes found in the 1998. It is a big, plump wine packed with layers of fruit and well-integrated oak, showing outstanding length and the telltale note of sweetness on the finish that defines this vintage. Despite its approachable nature today, the 1997 appears to have enough structure to drink well for another decade. Both the 1997 Ornellaia and Masseto enjoyed a very strong showing in this tasting. 93/Anticipated maturity: 2007-2017.

Winespectator (95)

Dark ruby red. Shows intense blackberry, currant, fresh herb and mineral character on the nose. Full-bodied, with ultrafine tannins and a long, caressing finish. Still young and powerful.--1997 Italian blind retrospective. Best after 2009.

BOW (8.50)