Tenuta dell'Ornellaia
Le Volte Toscana Sangiovese Blend
Tuscany, Italy
Medium Ruby red color with berry fruit, fragrant spice and earthy floral notes, blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot, aged for 10 months on used oak. On the palate flavors of blackberry, cherry, and tobacco with notes of herb pepper spice and tangy mineral feel. Fine tannins, medium+ finish ending with tobacco and cacao wrapped in an earthy spice character. Will age a bit!
Medium Ruby red color with berry fruit, fragrant spice and earthy floral notes, blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot, aged for 10 months on used oak. On the palate flavors of blackberry, cherry, and tobacco with notes of herb pepper spice and tangy mineral feel. Fine tannins, medium+ finish ending with tobacco and cacao wrapped in an earthy spice character. Will age a bit!
Jun 4th, 2026
Purchased in Thailand and drank with Nune, Melon, & Michelle (the best company!)
Purchased in Thailand and drank with Nune, Melon, & Michelle (the best company!)
Nov 21st, 2025
Smooth, rich and creamy, medium body, slightly sweet
Smooth, rich and creamy, medium body, slightly sweet
May 20th, 2025
Tenuta dell'Ornellaia — Le Volte dell’Ornellaia Toscana Rosso 2022 — Toscana IGT, Tuscany. Italy 🇮🇹
Overview:
An easygoing, “uncork-and-pour” Toscana IGT Rosso built on a Bordeaux-style blend of 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 44% Merlot, and 5% Petit Verdot. Rather than a Sangiovese-driven Tuscan profile, the 2022 leans clearly toward Bolgheri polish — darker fruit, softer tannins, and a smoother, more international expression designed for early enjoyment.
Aromas & Flavors:
Blackberry, black cherry, plum, light pepper spice, cocoa, and subtle savory herbs.
Mouthfeel:
Medium-bodied with supple, textured tannins and a juicy, fruit-forward core. After 20–30 minutes of air, the wine rounds out nicely, showing softer red fruits and a smoother, polished finish. Aging in previously used barriques and concrete keeps the structure gentle while preserving freshness.
Food Pairings:
Pasta al ragù, grilled sausages, pizza, roast chicken, bistecca, mushroom dishes, aged pecorino.
Personal Pick:
I originally expected more Sangiovese character, but the glass told a different story — this drinks closer to a baby Bolgheri/Bordeaux blend than a traditional Tuscan red. Once I adjusted expectations, it became a super enjoyable, relaxed, trattoria-style bottle that disappears fast at the table.
Verdict:
Bright, plush, and effortlessly drinkable. A polished everyday Super Tuscan that favors approachability over structure — perfect for casual meals and immediate pleasure.
🍷 Did You Know?:
Le Volte’s blend composition can change by vintage; the 2022 release is entirely Bordeaux varieties with no Sangiovese, giving it a darker, softer, more international profile compared with more traditional Tuscan styles.
Tenuta dell'Ornellaia — Le Volte dell’Ornellaia Toscana Rosso 2022 — Toscana IGT, Tuscany. Italy 🇮🇹
Overview:
An easygoing, “uncork-and-pour” Toscana IGT Rosso built on a Bordeaux-style blend of 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 44% Merlot, and 5% Petit Verdot. Rather than a Sangiovese-driven Tuscan profile, the 2022 leans clearly toward Bolgheri polish — darker fruit, softer tannins, and a smoother, more international expression designed for early enjoyment.
Aromas & Flavors:
Blackberry, black cherry, plum, light pepper spice, cocoa, and subtle savory herbs.
Mouthfeel:
Medium-bodied with supple, textured tannins and a juicy, fruit-forward core. After 20–30 minutes of air, the wine rounds out nicely, showing softer red fruits and a smoother, polished finish. Aging in previously used barriques and concrete keeps the structure gentle while preserving freshness.
Food Pairings:
Pasta al ragù, grilled sausages, pizza, roast chicken, bistecca, mushroom dishes, aged pecorino.
Personal Pick:
I originally expected more Sangiovese character, but the glass told a different story — this drinks closer to a baby Bolgheri/Bordeaux blend than a traditional Tuscan red. Once I adjusted expectations, it became a super enjoyable, relaxed, trattoria-style bottle that disappears fast at the table.
Verdict:
Bright, plush, and effortlessly drinkable. A polished everyday Super Tuscan that favors approachability over structure — perfect for casual meals and immediate pleasure.
🍷 Did You Know?:
Le Volte’s blend composition can change by vintage; the 2022 release is entirely Bordeaux varieties with no Sangiovese, giving it a darker, softer, more international profile compared with more traditional Tuscan styles.
3.4 Excellent Tuscan Blend, with good balance of fruitiness and tannins. On sale for $27.99.
3.4 Excellent Tuscan Blend, with good balance of fruitiness and tannins. On sale for $27.99.
Apr 19th, 2025