• Marco Balsimelli, Ornellaia's New Director of Winemaking

  • Sep 23 2024
  • Length: 48 mins
  • Podcast

Marco Balsimelli, Ornellaia's New Director of Winemaking

  • Summary

  • On today's show, Jessica visits the icon property of Ornellaia, situated on the Tuscan coast in Bolgheri. She tastes through their beautiful wines with the new Director of Winemaking, Marco Balsimelli. Marco joined the executive team at Ornellaia and Maseto in January 2024 and comes from a rich background that spans various wineries in Tuscany and Bordeaux, and most recently he worked for Eric Boissenot's oenological consultancy that advised on winemaking for more than 150 properties in various countries.

    More on the wines of Ornellaia here.

    US Importer Vintus's producer profile with Marco's full Bio here.

    Tickets for the Wine and Food Foundation's Rare and Fine Wine Auction here.

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