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Isole e Olena Chianti Classico Sangiovese Blend 2017
A fantastic new Chiantico Classico from one of Italy's best producers, one of the best every vintage. 91 Points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2017 Chianti Classico is fabulous. Bright, punchy and so full of character, the 2017 is absolutely delicious. Sweet berry, cedar, tobacco, rose petal and subtle earthy notes all grace the 2017, an exquisite wine that will drink well with minimal cellaring. More than anything, I am so impressed with the wine's energy." 90 Points Decanter: 'While Isole e Olena was able to avoid frost damage in 2017, owner Paolo de Marchi estimates losing 40% of production due to drought conditions. He always picks as late as possible and vinifies gently to avoid rustic, green tannins. Aromas are restrained hinting at black currant, sage and spice with an undertow of espresso. On the palate there is a sumptuousness yet no lack of acidity and smart sophisticated tannin shore in ripe, generous fruit." Isole e Olena Chianti is a wine of incredible finesse. Supple, elegant and perfumed, this blend of Sangiovese and Canaiolo is the result of pristine quality fruit grown in high-density, naturally farmed vineyards. Year in, year out, winemaker Paolo de Marchi sets the highest standard for the wine of the region.
Ratings on Delectable
Makoto Someya
2nd time, Elegant Chianti Classico, comfortable concentration. Blueberry. A bit dry 2017 @1280, Ascend - Bellin, 230923
2nd time, Elegant Chianti Classico, comfortable concentration. Blueberry. A bit dry 2017 @1280, Ascend - Bellin, 230923
9.0
Ericsson
It’s been a long time since I had Chianti and this is hitting the spot. This is full, fruity, but elegantly balanced. Some strawberry and red cherry with rustic wood and earthy mellow tones; medium acidity and alcohol which intensifies the body of the wine. Very dry but with a savory finish. I could probably have this any day!
It’s been a long time since I had Chianti and this is hitting the spot. This is full, fruity, but elegantly balanced. Some strawberry and red cherry with rustic wood and earthy mellow tones; medium acidity and alcohol which intensifies the body of the wine. Very dry but with a savory finish. I could probably have this any day!
9.2
aitormorillo
Miren 7.5. Acido pero no mucho. Suave en el paladar y la boca.
Miren 7.5. Acido pero no mucho. Suave en el paladar y la boca.
8.2
Colin Cahoon
Meaty nose featuring cherry, cinnamon, gunpowder, clove, and oak. The palate offers more cherry with heavy spices notes of cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, and oak. Medium tannin and high acid. A minor flaw is that is run slightly hot with medium plus to high alcohol.
Meaty nose featuring cherry, cinnamon, gunpowder, clove, and oak. The palate offers more cherry with heavy spices notes of cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, and oak. Medium tannin and high acid. A minor flaw is that is run slightly hot with medium plus to high alcohol.
8.9
Russelton Handleberry
Strong blend game
Strong blend game
9.1
Blake Walker
Cinnamon, dusty cherry. Medium plus acidity, medium body, medium plus tannin on finish.
Cinnamon, dusty cherry. Medium plus acidity, medium body, medium plus tannin on finish.
9.1
Raun Kupiec
Dramatically different from the 2017 Fontodi yesterday. Less aromatic, less bright, less cherry. This is thicker, smoother, earthier. More blackberry than red cherry. More woody. Tannins are very soft but very prominent in the flavor profile adding a bitterness.
Dramatically different from the 2017 Fontodi yesterday. Less aromatic, less bright, less cherry. This is thicker, smoother, earthier. More blackberry than red cherry. More woody. Tannins are very soft but very prominent in the flavor profile adding a bitterness.
8.9Andrew
Very dry and dusty, sour (cherry). Hint of clove on the finish. Not great for the price.
Very dry and dusty, sour (cherry). Hint of clove on the finish. Not great for the price.
7.3Barry
Nice to sip and watch a movie
Nice to sip and watch a movie
8.6Per Christer Nielsen Dale
Fresh and delicate - nice finish
Fresh and delicate - nice finish
8.9
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