Poggio alle Gazze, Ornellaia - 2021

Name: Poggio alle Gazze, Ornellaia
Brand: Ornellaia
SKU: 43618
Price: 74.96 USD
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Item # 43618 750mL

An aromatic white wine that is made from a blend of grapes grown in Bolgheri on the Tuscan coast. The vineyards are planted on 3 distinct terrains: marine sediments, sandy clays and volcanic soils. Fermented in barrique (23% new, 27% used), in steel tanks and in concreate. A full-bodied, voluptous white wine.

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Color

White

Vintage

2021

Country

Italy

Region

Tuscany

Producer

Ornellaia

Grape Variety

Sauvignon Blanc

Vermentino

Viognier

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Glossary

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