Isole e Olena Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Magnum 1.5L 2016

In the 1950s, the father of current winemaker Paolo de Marchi purchased the adjoining hamlets of Isole and Olena and their estates in the Tuscan commune of Barberino Val d'Elsa. Paolo entered the business in 1976 and the quality of the estates wines improved rapidly after decades of sharecropping. Di Marchi is one of the regions kings of the Sangiovese grape, at a time when Chianti was a blended wine it was he that stepped out to produce wines that were 100% Sangiovese. The wine, the true embodiment of the word Super Tuscan is the Cepparello IGT which has gone on to become an iconic wine and a benchmark for the Chianti region. The estate also produces stunning Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Chianti Classico.

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Sangiovese wines, synonymous with Italy's Tuscan landscape, embody a spectrum of flavors ranging from vibrant red fruits like cherry and strawberry to herbal nuances and floral undertones. Their moderate to high acidity, coupled with medium tannins, imparts a refreshing zest and structure, creating wines that can vary from light and fruity to robust and intense. Terroir plays a pivotal role in shaping Sangiovese's character, with distinct regions like Chianti Classico and Brunello di Montalcino offering their unique expressions, from the former's lively acidity and firm structure to the latter's deep intensity and power.

Sangiovese wines are celebrated for their versatility at the table, harmonizing with a plethora of dishes from traditional Italian fare to international cuisine. They pair exceptionally well with pasta dishes featuring tomato-based sauces, grilled meats, aged cheeses, and Tuscan specialties like ribollita and bistecca alla fiorentina. While some Sangiovese wines are best enjoyed in their youthful exuberance, others from esteemed appellations like Brunello di Montalcino exhibit remarkable aging potential, evolving over time to reveal greater complexity and depth, cementing Sangiovese's status as a timeless classic in the world of wine.

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