{"product_id":"tenuta-dell-ornellaia-bolgheri-superiore-ornellaia-la-tensione-artist-label-2016-apas092425-cnsn","title":"Tenuta dell' Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore \"Ornellaia\" La Tensione (Artist Label), 2016","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat is this wine?\n\u003cbr\u003eTenuta dell’Ornellaia’s Bolgheri Superiore “Ornellaia – La Tensione” 2016 (Artist Label) is the limited Vendemmia d’Artista edition of one of Italy’s most acclaimed wines. This vintage, titled La Tensione (“Tension”), celebrates the perfect equilibrium of power and energy found in the 2016 harvest. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, it was aged 18 months in French oak (70% new) and released with labels and packaging designed by contemporary artist Shirin Neshat, interpreting the vintage’s character through her visual art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhy get this wine?\n\u003cbr\u003eThe 2016 Ornellaia is widely considered one of the finest in the estate’s history—a benchmark Bolgheri that rivals top Bordeaux for depth and precision. The La Tensione Artist Label elevates this legendary vintage into a collector’s masterpiece, combining world-class winemaking with limited-edition art. In magnum or bottle, it offers decades of evolution and an unforgettable expression of balance and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat does this wine taste like?\n\u003cbr\u003eRefined and powerful, with aromas of blackcurrant, plum, violet, and spice. The palate is layered and focused, showing dark fruit, graphite, and tobacco framed by polished tannins and vibrant acidity. The finish is long, graceful, and endlessly complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen should you drink this wine?\n\u003cbr\u003eBest from 2026–2050. Decant for 2–3 hours when young. Exceptional with aged steak, roast lamb, or truffle-infused dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Private","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44904711684153,"sku":"NYC-[CNSN]-CNSN-APAS092425-092525-TOBSOLTAL2016-ROW16-BOX 79","price":374.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0125\/1518\/0601\/files\/Tenuta-dell-Ornellaia-Bolgheri-Superiore-Ornellaia-La-Tensione-Artist-Label-2016-Red-Wine-Flatiron-Wines-Spirits-New-York.jpg?v=1758897598","url":"https:\/\/nyc.flatiron-wines.com\/products\/tenuta-dell-ornellaia-bolgheri-superiore-ornellaia-la-tensione-artist-label-2016-apas092425-cnsn","provider":"Flatiron Wines \u0026 Spirits NYC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}