Ornellaia
Poggio alle Gazze 2024
| Denomination | IGT Toscana |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 83% Sauvignon, 11% Vermentino, 6% Viognier |
| Aging | Ageing for 6 months on fine lees with bâtonnage; followed by 12 months of bottle ageing |
- Format and vintage: 0.75 litre bottle, 2024 harvest, alcohol content 13.5%
- Coastal origin: Castagneto Carducci, Toscana IGT, vineyards at 350 m
- Grape varieties: Sauvignon Blanc blended with Vermentino, Viognier, Sémillon and Verdicchio
- Aromas: notes of mango, citrus fruits, white-fleshed fruit, white flowers and a hint of vanilla
- Taste and vinification: hand-picked, aged for 6 months on fine lees; savoury and fresh finish
Description
What kind of wine it is
Poggio alle Gazze dell’Ornellaia is a still white wine with Indicazione Geografica Tipica status, produced by Ornellaia, which interprets the elegance of Tuscany with great finesse. This structured blend harmonises Sauvignon Blanc, Vermentino, Viognier, Sémillon and Verdicchio into a clear and well-defined aromatic profile, enhanced by fermentation in various vessels and ageing on fine lees. The nose reveals intense notes of mango, citrus and white-fleshed fruit, enriched by floral touches and subtle hints of vanilla. On the palate, the taste is broad, smooth and juicy, supported by a lively acidity and a deep mineral savouriness that prolongs the fresh finish, with a silky texture ideal for accompanying grilled fish and refined shellfish dishes.
Where it comes from
This wine originates in Castagneto Carducci, Tuscany, from vineyards overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The vines grow at around 350 metres above sea level, with exposures ranging from south-east to south-west. The coastal terroir is characterised by a mild climate and soils of marine marl, clay and sand, which impart savouriness. The age of the vines, about thirty-six years, ensures remarkable expressive concentration in the fruit, guaranteeing the product’s Mediterranean richness.
How it is produced
The grapes are hand-picked at dawn and immediately cooled to preserve their aromatic integrity. Vinification begins with gentle whole-bunch pressing in the absence of oxygen, followed by clarification of the must by static decantation. Fermentation takes place in a mix of wooden barrels, stainless steel tanks, concrete, amphorae and Wine Globe. The wine does not undergo malolactic fermentation, maintaining its natural tension. Careful ageing on fine lees with periodic bâtonnage completes the process, giving depth to the taste profile before the final rest.
History and Curiosities
The name Poggio alle Gazze literally means “Hill of the Magpies”. A distinctive feature of this wine lies in the average age of the vines, which reaches 36 years. Among the curiosities related to its vinification is the use of unusual containers for fermentation: in addition to the classic steel, concrete and wooden vessels, amphorae and the unique container known as the “Wine Globe” are also used.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1981
- Oenologist: Axel Heinz
- Bottles produced: 880.000
- Hectares: 112
Tenuta dell'Ornellaia was founded in 1981, in a beautiful, unspoiled part of Tuscany. From the outset, the mission was to produce outstanding wines. Since then passion and dedication, coupled with a unique terroir and an extraordinary microclimate, have brought the Tenuta dell'Ornellaia's prestigious labels great success and recognition as one of the most important wineries in the world.
Vision
A little more than 20 years ago, a revelation: the future of Italian viticulture had to take a new enological path, in search of absolute quality. To achieve this goal, the proper place, proper time, and best people were needed. This led to the idea of the Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, a place of infinite potential, cultivated with wisdom and experience by its "artists," who seek, with every vintage, a new masterpiece.
Philosophy
Production limited to the course of the year, harvesting by hand only after full ripeness, individual vinification for each vineyard, respect for a unique and precious terroir. These are just some of the choices made by Ornellaia, in a philosophy that has privileged quality from the very beginning. Thanks to women and men who put their arms, soul, head and heart into their work, all year round. And the results can be seen, but above all tasted... Read more
| Name | Ornellaia Poggio alle Gazze 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still |
| Denomination | Toscana IGT |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 83% Sauvignon, 11% Vermentino, 6% Viognier |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Ornellaia |
| Story | History and Curiosities The name Poggio alle Gazze literally means "Hill of the Magpies". A distinctive feature of this wine lies in the average age of the vines, which reaches 36 years. Among the curiosities related to its vinification is the use of unusual containers for fermentation: in addition to the classic steel, concrete and wooden vessels, amphorae and the unique container known as the "Wine Globe" are also used. |
| Origin | Castagneto Carducci (Tuscany), vineyards at about 350 m above sea level |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
| Soil composition | Marine marl, sand, loam |
| Fermentation temperature | Not exceeding 22 °C |
| Production technique | Manual harvest in 15 kg crates; immediate cooling in the cellar; slow and gentle whole bunch pressing with protection from oxidation; static settling for about 12 hours; alcoholic fermentation in new and used barriques and in stainless steel and concrete tanks (temperature not exceeding 22°C); bâtonnage with ageing on the lees and subsequent ageing in bottle; malolactic fermentation not carried out; bottled in a protective atmosphere. |
| Wine making | Manual harvest in 15 kg crates in the early hours of the morning with immediate cooling; selection and slow, gentle pressing of whole bunches with protection from oxidation; static settling for about 12 hours; alcoholic fermentation (≤22 °C) in barriques (25% new and 25% used), stainless steel and concrete tanks; bâtonnage and ageing on fine lees for 6 months followed by further ageing in bottle; malolactic fermentation not carried out; bottling in a protective atmosphere. |
| Aging | Ageing for 6 months on fine lees with bâtonnage; followed by 12 months of bottle ageing |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |