COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2014
GRAPE
Sangiovese, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
PRODUCER
Rocca di Frassinello
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Ornello di Frassinello, a Super Tuscan from Maremma Toscana DOC, is named after the traditional herding stick of the Maremma cowboys, known as 'Butteri.' The label itself is a homage to these figures, embodying the spirit of the Maremma land. Rocca di Frassinello, the producer, is a collaboration between Castellare di Castellina and Domaines Barons de Rothschild-Château Lafite, with a winery designed by architect Renzo Piano. The estate is situated in the high Maremma, with vineyards planted on soils composed of schist and clay-rich mixtures. This wine is distinguished by its full character that maintains a sense of freshness and smoothness, partly attributed to the significant presence of Syrah in the blend.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€36
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Passed
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named after the 'Ornello,' a stick used by Maremma cowboys.
Fact 02
Label features a Maremma cowboy, symbolizing strength and elegance.
Fact 03
A Super Tuscan blend from the Maremma Toscana DOC.
Fact 04
Winery designed by renowned architect Renzo Piano.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Ornello di Frassinello begins with a hand harvest in late August to early September. Vinification takes place traditionally in stainless steel tanks with controlled temperatures. The wine undergoes maceration on the skins for 20-25 days, featuring frequent delestages and pump-overs. Fermentation is carried out by natural yeasts in stainless steel for 15 days at 27°C. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in 225-liter French oak barriques for 6 to 10 months, with a portion potentially being new oak. It then receives an additional 5 to 6 months of bottle aging before release.