Chianti Classico DOCG - Isole & Olena 2018

Isole & Olena

Format: 75 cl

-7%


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Producer Isole & Olena
Name Chianti Classico DOCG
Variety Sangiovese
Vintage 2018
Gradation 14.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Red fruits, spices, floral notes
Vinification method Steel fermentation, skin maceration
Region Tuscany
Production area Chianti Classico, Tuscany
Country Italy
Type Red wine
Aging 12 months
Type of cask Oak barrels
Color Ruby red
Serving temperature 16-18°C
Recommended consumption Within 5-7 years
Pairing Red meats, game, aged cheeses
Il Chianti Classico DOCG di Isole & Olena rappresenta un vino rosso toscano di straordinaria eleganza e complessità, che cattura l'essenza del territorio del Chianti nella sua forma più pura e autentica. Prodotto con una rigorosa selezione di uve Sangiovese, arricchita da una piccola percentuale di Canaiolo, questo vino si presenta con un colore rubino intenso che rivela una consistenza strutturata e brillante al calice.

All'olfatto si apre con un bouquet complesso e avvolgente, dove predominano le note di frutti rossi maturi come ciliegia e lampone, accompagnate da sfumature floreali di viola mammola. Un elegante sottofondo di spezie, tabacco e accenni di sottobosco aggiunge profondità e persistenza aromatica.

Al palato, il Chianti Classico DOCG di Isole & Olena offre una piacevole freschezza e una tannicità ben delineata, ma morbida, che lo rendono equilibrato e armonioso. Il retrogusto regala un'adeguata lunghezza e complessità, dove le note fruttate si fondono con quelle speziate e terrose, donando un finale lungo e persistente.

Questo vino si sposa perfettamente con piatti della tradizione toscana, carne alla griglia, formaggi stagionati e piatti a base di selvaggina, rendendolo una scelta ideale per accompagnare cene conviviali o occasioni speciali. La cura e la passione della cantina Isole & Olena si riflettono in ogni sorso, trasformando ogni degustazione in un'esperienza indimenticabile.
The winery

Isole e Olena – Winery in Toscana

Discover the story and wines of Isole e Olena.

Historic Chianti Classico estate located between Florence and Siena, known for Cepparello (pure Sangiovese) and for producing Chianti Classico DOCG, Toscana IGT wines, Vin Santo and extra virgin olive oil. (https://www.isoleeolena.it/en/)
Region: Toscana
Country: Italia
Founded: 1956
Grapes: Sangiovese, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah
Cepparello: flagship wine, 100% Sangiovese, first produced in 1980. Historic production of Chianti Classico. Acquisition by the EPI Group announced in 2022. It also offers extra virgin olive oil alongside its range of wines. Headquarters and winery in the village of Isole, with vineyard areas in the San Donato in Poggio area.
Winery history
The name comes from the union of two neighboring villages, Isole and Olena. The estate was acquired by the De Marchi family in the 1950s and saw modern development under Paolo De Marchi from the late 1970s. The estate introduced Cepparello in 1980 and has produced Chianti Classico since 1969; in 2022 the property was acquired by the EPI group.
Production philosophy
An artisanal, terroir-focused approach: manual vineyard care, restoration of terraces and practices aimed at enhancing the terroir, with cellar techniques designed to achieve balance, elegance and longevity in the wines.
Terroir and vineyards
Located in the UGA area of San Donato in Poggio, in the heart of Chianti Classico and halfway between Florence and Siena, the estate includes the hamlets of Isole e Olena and its production facilities overlook the Elsa Valley.

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