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Ornellaia 1996 Tenuta dell' Ornellaia


4.1 stars - 2 professional reviews

Ornellaia 1996 <span>(Magnum)</span> <a href='/wine/italian-wine/tuscany-wine/'>Tenuta dell' Ornellaia</a>

ex Vat € 257,00
in Vat € 310,97
Volume Magnum
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Classification Cru Classe
Type Red
Producer Tenuta dell' Ornellaia
Vintage 1996
Country Italy
Region Tuscany
Appellation Bolgheri
Grape Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Bordeaux Blend
Volume 0,75
Condition Perfect
Label Perfect
Drinkable -2015
Stock 0
Condition Perfect
Label Perfect

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (88)

The 1996 Ornellaia (magnum) is one of the less-polished wines in this tasting. The tannins are a touch harsh and prominent, while the aromas and flavors tend towards fully mature suggestions of truffles and beef bouillon. In 1996 Ornellaia is 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc, marking the first move towards a lower percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend. The wine spent 18 months in French oak, 60% new.

Winespectator (94)

Ornellaia is superb this year. One of the best in years, with currant and blackberry and hints of mint. Full-bodied, with excellent tannin structure and a lovely, sweet berry aftertaste.


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