Ornellaia, 2001 Rosé this wine is an assemblage

this wine is an assemblage of three lieu-dits

Magnificent

It possesses similarities to the 1999

Good for a “bistecca alla fiorentina” and for any kind of meat

and weight lead to an inviting mouthfeel

Ornellaia, 2001 Rosé this wine is an assemblageThe 2001 Ornellaia offers up violets, black cherries, minerals and earthiness in a big, structured style. The wine's sheer intensity and thrust are nothing short of remarkable. Ideally, readers will give the 2001 another few years in bottle, as it is truly majestic stuff but will require patience. The 2001 Ornellaia is 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc. The wine spent 18 months in French oak (70% new) prior to being lightly