Tenuta dell'Ornellaia : Poggio Alle Gazze 2024

Characteristics and tasting recommendations for Poggio Alle Gazze 2024 from Tenuta dell'Ornellaia

Tasting

Appearance

A deep and radiant yellow hue characterizes this wine.

Nose

The bouquet reveals remarkable aromatic intensity, blending the exuberance of mango with notes of wildflowers and almonds.

Palate

On the palate, the wine charms with its enveloping softness and its broad, rich flavors, beautifully balanced by lively acidity that brings freshness and energy. The finish lingers elegantly with delicate notes of acacia and rose petals.

Food and wine pairings

This Poggio Alle Gazze 2024 pairs perfectly with grilled premium fish, shellfish, seafood risottos, or creamy poultry dishes. It also complements soft-ripened cheeses with bloomy rinds.

Serving and cellaring

Poggio Alle Gazze 2024 is best enjoyed at a temperature between 10 and 12°C (50–54°F) to fully reveal its aromatic complexity and freshness.

A Tuscan white of remarkable freshness and aromatic intensity by Ornellaia

The estate

Founded in 1981 by Marquis Lodovico Antinori in Bolgheri, Tuscany, Tenuta dell'Ornellaia is now owned by the Frescobaldi family, winegrowers for seven centuries. The estate spans 115 hectares of vineyards. Under the direction of Axel Heinz since 2005, the tenuta practices sustainable, environmentally friendly viticulture. Its exceptional terroir, between the Mediterranean Sea and the hills of the Maremma, produces Italian wines among the most prestigious in the world, internationally recognized for their elegance and depth.

The vineyard

Poggio Alle Gazze comes from plots located in the Bolgheri region, in Tuscany, benefiting from an exceptional terroir between Mediterranean maritime influences and the relief of the Maremma. This privileged geographical location gives the white grapes optimal ripeness while preserving their natural freshness.

The vintage

The 2024 vintage is marked by its balance and dynamism. The year begins with a mild, rainy winter, followed by a warm, sunny summer from late June. Beneficial storms occur in mid-August, bringing welcome freshness. Harvest takes place in September under alternating sunny, cool, and rainy conditions, yielding grapes with great freshness and exceptional aromatic intensity.

Winemaking and aging

The Poggio Alle Gazze 2024 harvest is carried out manually in the early morning hours in 15 kg crates, followed by immediate cooling of the grapes. After meticulous selection, the bunches undergo slow, gentle pressing to prevent oxidation, followed by 24 hours of settling. Fermentation takes place at a maximum temperature of 20°C without malolactic fermentation, in various vessels: barrels (25% new, 25% once-used), stainless steel and concrete tanks, amphorae, and glass globes (50%). Aging continues for 8 months on fine lees with regular bâtonnage, followed by 8 months of bottle aging before release.

Grape varieties

55% Sauvignon Blanc, 40% Vermentino, 3% Sémillon, 2% Viognier.