Orma, Rosso Di Orma IGT, Tuscany, Italy, 2022

Producer Profile

The Moretti Cuseri family, today in its third generation, found its way to Bolgheri in 2004, where they were captivated by the beauty of the area and its potential for for fine wine production.

Having already made their name at Tenuta Sette Ponti with Bordeaux-style blends such as Oreno, they decided to take their love of Cabernet and Merlot to the Tuscan coast. Orma is located on the Bolgherese Provincial Road (AKA the ‘Wine Road’), just a short distance from the area’s most historic vineyards. Situated in the heart of the Bolgheri DOC appellation, with Ornellaia to the right and Sassicaia to the left, it is indeed perfectly suited to vine cultivation. North of Via Bolgherese, rocky, clay-rich soils prevail, while the soils become progressively sandier as they near the sea. This, together with the cooling influence of the sea itself, results in a range of wines that beautifully express their terroir and which have put Super-Tuscans firmly on the map.

Viticulture

From a South- West facing exposure, vines average 10 years of age and are situated around 30 metres above sea level. Spurred Cordon trained.

Winemaking

Fermentation and maceration in temperature controlled steel tanks for 15 days followed by aging for 4 months in tonneaux + 4 months in concrete. Bottle aging for 3 months.

Tasting Note

Created in 2019 to give a fresher and more immediate and accessible interpretation of Bolgheri’s terroir. This is versatile and pleasant and will be appreciated for its drinkability and food pairing. The bright, concentrated ruby red colour is prelude to aromas of red fruits such a cherry, morello cherry and underbrush. In the mouth is a pleasant, soft, fresh with good acidity and integrated tannins.

Food Matching

Best with aged cheeses and cold cuts of meat.