Ornellaia Bianco 2022 is a fascinating white wine of great finesse and expressiveness, impressively demonstrating how Bolgheri's unique terroir can also manifest itself in white wine. Consisting predominantly of Sauvignon Blanc , complemented by small portions of other noble white varieties (e.g., Viognier or Verdicchio, depending on the vintage), the result is a wine of depth, structure, and impressive elegance.

In the glass, the Ornellaia Bianco 2022 shines a light straw yellow with greenish reflections. The nose immediately reveals subtle yet very precise aromas: white flowers, citrus fruits, a hint of grapefruit zest, fresh peach, along with delicate herbal notes – rosemary, mint – and a cool, stony minerality. The influence of aging in large wooden barrels is present but restrained: delicate roasted aromas, a hint of vanilla, and toasted almonds blend harmoniously without overpowering the freshness.

On the palate, the wine is silky, yet lively and structured. Precise acidity lends tension, while subtle oak adds creaminess. The finish is long, saline and mineral, and elegant, with an almost Burgundian nobility.

Ornellaia Bianco 2022 is not a loud Sauvignon Blanc, but a quiet, profound wine of character – a great white wine from Tuscany, whose stylistic orientation is more reminiscent of great French models, yet clearly expresses its Mediterranean origins through warmth, richness, and herbal notes. A wine with aging potential, but also delightful when drunk young with its airy elegance and complex interplay.