Ornellaia, 2001 Rosé with glorious notes of dark

with glorious notes of dark plum

and weight lead to an inviting mouthfeel

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

layered with cocoa and clove

a lengthy finish

Ornellaia, 2001 Rosé with glorious notes of darkThe 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