About this product
Ornellaia's second wine, more Merlot-dominant than the flagship, displaying the estate's hallmark coastal elegance in a more approachable style. Le Serre Nuove delivers plum, dark cherry, and cedar with the supple texture characteristic of the estate's Merlot component.
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The wine's Merlot-driven plum character and silky texture are natural companions for duck ragù; pappardelle's width holds the rich sauce while the wine's acidity prevents the preparation from feeling heavy.
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Le Serre Nuove's accessible elegance and dark cherry character make it the more approachable choice for the famous T-bone; sage adds herbal complexity while white beans provide the starchy foil.
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The wine's plum depth and Tuscan character are well-matched to the richness of parmigiana; tomato's acidity bridges the wine while basil adds the aromatic note that echoes its herbal character.
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Le Serre Nuove's plum and silky texture find resonance with aged Asiago's nutty depth; prosciutto's salt and fat add the savoury dimension while melon's sweetness bridges the wine's fruit.
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