{"product_id":"ornellaia-2022-demi-375-cl","title":"Ornellaia 2022 DEMI","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrnellaia 2022 Bolgheri Superiore in demi bottle (37.5 cl) delivers the full depth and personality of this iconic Supertuscan in a more intimate format, perfect for refined weeknight dinners or restaurant-style pairings at home. The 2022 blend is composed of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc and 10% Petit Verdot, showcasing a rich, modern expression of coastal Tuscany. Aged for 18 months in French oak, with up to 70% new barrels sourced from several coopers, it captures Ornellaia’s hallmark balance between lush fruit, polished structure and sophisticated spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Ornellaia 2022 shows a deep, youthful ruby-purple colour with dense concentration at the core and vibrant, staining legs that hint at its richness. The nose opens with dark forest fruits—blackberry, blackcurrant and ripe plum—woven together with sweet baking spices, cocoa, cinnamon and a touch of vanilla, framed by notes of cedar, graphite and a subtle floral lift from Cabernet Franc.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is full-bodied and enveloping, with generous fruit weight that fills the mouth without feeling heavy. Layers of black cherry, blackberry compote and cassis are laced with espresso, dark chocolate, exotic spice and a savoury hint of tobacco and Mediterranean herbs. The tannins are abundant yet refined and velvety, already well integrated despite the wine’s youth, while Petit Verdot adds extra tension, length and a slightly spicy, inky edge on the finish. Acidity is fresh and well judged, keeping the wine lively and precise. Even in demi format, this is a wine built to evolve over the medium term; expect it to drink beautifully from release and improve over the next 8–10 years, with its most expressive phase likely between 2027 and 2035.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fruit for Ornellaia 2022 comes from a mosaic of carefully selected parcels in Bolgheri—Bellaria, Bellaria Nuova, Bellaria Alta, Pero, Fosso, Vigna Vecchia and Stallina—planted mostly in the 1980s and now averaging over 20 years of age. These vineyards sit on a mix of marine, alluvial and volcanic soils, benefitting from the moderating influence of the Tyrrhenian Sea, which tempers heat and preserves aromatic freshness. Grapes are harvested parcel by parcel at optimal ripeness, then vinified separately to capture the nuance of each site and variety; in total, around 80 individual wines are made before the final blend is composed. Fermentation and maceration are tailored to each lot to achieve depth and polish without excessive extraction. The wine is then aged for 18 months in French oak barriques, up to 70% new, sourced from a broad selection of coopers and different toasting levels—deliberately chosen so that the oak signature is complex and layered rather than dominated by a single style. This meticulous approach underpins Ornellaia’s hallmark combination of density, elegance and aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrnellaia 2022 is an outstanding partner for rich, flavourful dishes such as dry-aged bistecca alla fiorentina, slow-braised beef short ribs, lamb shoulder with rosemary and garlic, venison loin, or truffle-infused pasta and risotto. It also shines with aged hard cheeses like Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino Toscano and mature Comté. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F); in demi format, the wine opens fairly quickly, but decanting for 45–60 minutes will help soften the youthful structure and allow the dark fruit and spice notes to fully unfurl. Use a Bordeaux-style glass to emphasise its aromatic complexity and long, persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTenuta dell’Ornellaia, founded in 1981 near the coastal village of Bolgheri in Tuscany, is one of the benchmark estates of the Super Tuscan movement. From the outset, the estate focused on Bordeaux varieties planted in carefully chosen coastal sites, combining Italian terroir with a French-inspired approach to blending and élevage. Over the decades, Ornellaia has become a reference point for powerful yet refined Tuscan reds, helping to elevate Bolgheri from an emerging district to one of Italy’s most prestigious wine regions. Under the ownership of the Frescobaldi family and the guidance of Lamberto Frescobaldi, the winery has continued to refine its philosophy of detailed parcel selection, precision viticulture and sophisticated oak management, resulting in consistently high critical acclaim and a loyal global following among collectors and connoisseurs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ornellaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252884885841,"sku":"PS-15464193622396","price":142.56,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/ORNALLAIA_2019_DEMI_5f624a4c-7989-404c-a5d0-c4abe7c05e4f.png?v=1783447592","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/ornellaia-2022-demi-375-cl","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}