The 2018 Orma is a proprietary red blend from Tuscany's Bolgheri region, produced by Orma. The wine is crafted from Merlot (50%), Cabernet Sauvignon (30%), and Cabernet Franc (20%), and it has an alcohol content of 14.0%. With a cork closure, this wine exemplifies the robust and complex characteristics typical of the Bolgheri sub-region.
Decanter awarded the 2018 Orma a score of 92, noting its appealing characteristics from a "5ha single vineyard of vines in biodynamic conversion." The reviewer highlighted the wine's "sweet red berry fruit and a silky texture" primarily driven by Merlot, complemented by "ripe tannins with black olives and saffron spice hints."
James Suckling gave this wine an impressive score of 96, praising its "subtle currant, light sandalwood and some cherry aromas." He described it as "full-bodied, yet fine-tuned and polished with tannins that melt beautifully into the wine." Suckling emphasized its "beauty and balance," recommending consumption after 2022 for optimal enjoyment.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate also provided a favorable review, scoring the wine 94 points. The reviewer described the 2018 Orma as "a generous and bold blend" with a "rich vinous footprint." The wine showcases "black and concentrated" fruit, and the review emphasized its "careful balance between fruit and oak spice," making it ideal for those seeking a "classic Tuscan blended red with sunshine and power." The production volume for this vintage was 25,000 bottles.
Wine Enthusiast rated the wine 91 points, with Kerin O’Keefe noting its "aromas of ripe dark-skinned fruit, graphite and mocha." The palate features "baked plum, cocoa, licorice and tobacco" supported by "polished tannins." O’Keefe suggests enjoying this wine through 2028.
Overall, the 2018 Orma has garnered high praise from multiple reviewers for its balance, complexity, and rich flavor profile, making it a standout example of a Tuscan red blend from Bolgheri.
