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Wine Description
The Story
Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore DOC is the estate's flagship wine which embodies the quality philosophy of the estate.
Tenuta dell'Ornellaia's production hilosophy is based upon the belief that wines must be the most faithful expression of the terroirs that produce them. The mild marine climate and the colours and aromas of the lush Mediterranean vegetation leave a special imprint upon the character of the wines. A respect for the estate's uni...
Wine Information
The 2017 growing season for Ornellaia in Bolgheri was defined by severe climatic extremes, starting with an early-spring frost in late April followed by an exceptionally hot, dry summer. Sourced from the estate's mosaic of marine clay, sand, and limestone soils, the 100% estate-grown blend—composed of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot—benefited from early-season subterranean water reserves and proactive canopy shadin...
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Average Bottle Price
| Year | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 165€ | +34.1% |
| 2023 | 123€ | - |
| 2026 | 2023 |
|---|---|
| 165€ +34.1% | 123€ - |
This data comes from the FINE Auction Index, a composite of average prices for wines sold at commercial auctions in 20 countries. The average prices from each year have been collected since 1990. This chart plots the index value of the average price of the wines.