November Online Part II

Online-Only Auction, 22 - 29 November 2021

Wine: Italy and Spain

Sold for

ZAR 9 380
Lot 548
  • Ornellaia; Bolgheri Superiore; 2008; 2 (1 x 2); 750ml


Lot Estimate
ZAR 7 000 - 10 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 9 380

About this Item

Bolgheri Superiore, 2008
2 (1 x 2) 750ml

Located on Tuscany’s Maremma coast, Ornellaia was founded in 1981 by Marchese Lodovico Antinori, releasing its first Super Tuscan wine in 1985. Of the estate’s wines, only its third wine is produced using an Italian grape variety. In 2005 Marchesi De Frescobaldi became the owner of Ornellaia, continuing with wine consultant Michel Rolland, who has been a part of the business since 1991. Ornellaia produces some of Italy’s most famous wines and are highly sought-after.

Critics Ratings

'The 2008 Ornellaia continues to blossom in the bottle. Dark cherries, chocolate, espresso, blackberries and mocha are just some of the many notes that explode from the glass. A rich tapestry of licorice, tar and camphor notes develop in the glass, adding considerable complexity. The 2008 is a huge, structured Ornellaia endowed with massive structure. It has come together beautifully since the early days when it was a tannic beast. Readers who can be patient will be rewarded with a spectacular bottle of wine. This is a fabulous showing.' - Antonio Galloni Vinous.com 97/100 (2012)

Provenance

Private Client

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