Tasting Notes For Ornellaia Bianco 2022
Ornellaia Bianco 2022 presents an enticing bouquet of aromas that captivate the senses from the first swirl. Fragrant notes of ripe orchard fruits, including juicy pear, golden apple, and succulent peach, mingle with hints of tropical fruits such as pineapple and mango, creating a luscious and inviting aroma profile. Subtle floral undertones of white flowers add an elegant touch, while a hint of minerality lends depth and complexity.
On the palate, this Bianco reveals a rich and layered texture, with flavors that mirror its aromatic complexity. Ripe fruit flavors dominate, with the sweetness of the orchard fruits balanced by a zesty acidity that provides freshness and vitality. Citrus notes of lemon and grapefruit add brightness and dimension, while a touch of oak aging contributes subtle nuances of vanilla and spice.
Critic Ratings
James Suckling Review - Rated 97:
Mineral aromas are layered with dried apple, lemon, sea salt, lemongrass and a subtle seaweed note. The medium-bodied palate delivers fresh fruit with a tightly focused shape. A distinctly mineral finish keeps the wine vibrant and precise.
Jeb Dunnuck Review - Rated 95:
Wet stone and delicate flint mingle with ripe peach, tropical flowers and a touch of vanilla. The palate has lovely extract and a silky, rounded texture while maintaining balanced ripeness. It closes with persistence and refined mineral depth.
Wine Spectator Review - Rated 93:
Peach, melon and cut grass flavors are framed by restrained vanilla and buttery oak. A salty mineral element develops across the palate and continues through the finish. Terrific balance and smoky length keep the rich profile focused.
Robert Parker Wine Advocate Review - Rated 93:
The warm vintage gives this Sauvignon Blanc a broad, opulent expression of honey, stone fruit, cantaloupe and ripe yellow fruit. Rocky limestone soils and deeper clay contribute richness and viscosity, while three years of bottle age temper its youthful exuberance. The result is dense and substantial, with a deliberately generous profile.
