Bolgheri Rosso Superiore Ornellaia 1998, Tenuta dell’Ornellaia
$5,450.00 TTD
Very sophisticated and reserved, the Bolgheri Rosso Superiore 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon blend displays deep ruby-garnet in colour with purple reflections. A cool and sleek Tuscan red, with tarragon and fresh sage aromas, blackberry and cherry undertones. Full-bodied, with a wonderfully silky palate of fine tannins and a long, fruity finish. Great with meat cuisines. 93 point rating.
Very sophisticated and reserved, the Bolgheri Rosso Superiore 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon blend displays deep ruby-garnet in colour with purple reflections. A cool and sleek Tuscan red, with tarragon and fresh sage aromas, blackberry and cherry undertones. Full-bodied, with a wonderfully silky palate of fine tannins and a long, fruity finish. Great with meat cuisines. 93 point rating.
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