Isole e Olena Cepparello :
[ee-zo-leh eh o-leh-nah chehp-pah-(l)rehl-lo]
Isole e Olena's flagship, Cepparello, was introduced in 1980, prior to a change in DOC regulations that allowed for a monovarietal Sangiovese; thus, it effectively served as a pioneer of the pure Sangiovese movement.
Isole e Olena is comprised of two farms, “Isole” and “Olena,” acquired by the De Marchi family in the 1950s. The current manager, Paolo de Marchi, represents the fourth generation of the family to make wine in Italy. Paolo grew up in Piemonte, but some of his fondest memories and inspiration derive from family trips to his father's property in Toscana: he remembers a different world where farmers knew their grapes and wine instinctively. Paolo was just completing enology school at the time his father decided to sell the Tuscan estate, so he salvaged the property and began the slow process of renovating the buildings and vineyards. After 15 painstaking years of work, Paolo began to produce the kind of quality wines that he had envisioned. With the help of enologist Donato Lanati, he has continued to excel as one of the region’s top estates.
Paolo de Marchi is one of the most respected winemakers in the world. His early enthusiasm for “extra-Tuscan” grapes in Chianti has been tempered by his respect for the unique characteristics of Toscana’s indigenous Sangiovese. He sets himself apart not just by offering outstanding quality, but also by making one of the finest Chianti Classicos on the market as well as successfully taking on international varietals. Paolo still produces small amounts of wine from international varieties, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Chardonnay.
This wine is a cuvee from the estate’s top vineyard sites, which overlook the valley for which it was named. Produced only in vintages that allow for a top quality wine, it is smooth and refined. Velvety and vibrant, with good extract.
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Wine: Super-Tuscan
Producer: Isole e Olena
Varietal(s): Sangiovese
Region: Toscana
Province: Siena
Commune: Chianti Classico
Altitude: 400 meters
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Classification: Toscana IGT
First Year: 1980
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