Tenuta dell'Ornellaia Massetino 2021

Tenuta dell'Ornellaia Massetino 2021 represents the sustainable philosophy of a subtly complex Bolgheri wine. Tenuta dell'Ornellaia combines clear fruit, fine tannins, and a precise minerality in Massetino, remaining true to the Bolgheri terroir. The 2021 vintage is well-balanced, with ripe fruit, elegant structure, and a freshness that gives the wine development potential for years to come. It is a wine that offers a modern interpretation of the signature of this legendary winery.

Tasting reveals notes of dark cherry, plum, and cassis, refined by subtle wood, vanilla, and smoky undertones. On the palate, Massetino 2021 impresses with a fine, velvety texture, powerful, well-integrated tannins, and a clear juiciness that lingers on the long finish. Critics regularly praise the harmony between freshness, richness, and structure; Massetino 2021 is considered a wine with backbone that continues to gain complexity in the glass.

Probable optimal drinking period: approximately 2027–2033, where the wine is enjoyable even at a young age but gains depth with age. Food pairing: Grilled ribeye or lamb chops with wild mushrooms, braised vegetables, and a mature cheese such as Pecorino or Parmigiano-Reggiano.