A beautiful expression of Sauvignon Blanc (with 7% Viognier) from coastal Tuscany, the 2011 Poggio alle Gazze dell-Ornellaia opens with seamless integration and incredible smoothness. The wine is beautifully redolent of apricot, exotic fruit and bright citrus. There are no sharp edges here: It flows over the palate like silken sheets. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2015.
This year Ornellaia celebrates the 25th anniversary of its flagship wine, the eponymous Ornellaia (1988-2013). General Director Leonardo Raspini and his team decide to celebrate with a commemorative edition of the wine packaged in an etched bottle with gold lettering.
Importer: Folio Fine Wine Partners; www.foliowine.com