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(1x75cl) 2016Vinous (97+)
The 2016 Cepparello is dense, dark and also very closed in on itself. Those qualities bode well for the future, but readers will have to be patient, as the 2016 is going to need at least a few years to come into its own. Black cherry, plum, lavender, spice and new leather gradually open up in the glass, but the 2016 is not ready to show all of its cards. This fruit was brought in during the second week of October, which is pretty much optimal at Isole e Olena. The 2016 spent 20 months in French oak, with a bit less than 30% new oak, and a few months in cask prior to bottling. An explosion of floral and spice notes punctuates the super-refined finish. The 2016 is shaping up to be epic. Don't miss it!Inc. VAT£127.73 -
Vinous (97+)
The 2016 Cepparello is dense, dark and also very closed in on itself. Those qualities bode well for the future, but readers will have to be patient, as the 2016 is going to need at least a few years to come into its own. Black cherry, plum, lavender, spice and new leather gradually open up in the glass, but the 2016 is not ready to show all of its cards. This fruit was brought in during the second week of October, which is pretty much optimal at Isole e Olena. The 2016 spent 20 months in French oak, with a bit less than 30% new oak, and a few months in cask prior to bottling. An explosion of floral and spice notes punctuates the super-refined finish. The 2016 is shaping up to be epic. Don't miss it!Inc. VAT£480.80 -
(6x150cl) 2017Vinous (97)
The 2017 Cepparello is another in a series of stunningly beautiful Cepparellos from Paolo de Marchi. Bright and beautifully focused in the glass, with tremendous depth, the 2017 is positively stellar from the very first taste. Succulent dark cherry, plum, licorice, spice, menthol and coffee all open up with a bit of air. Here, too, Paolo De Marchi has done a tremendous job in preserving freshness in the wine. Readers who can muster the patience will be rewarded with a spectacular wine.Inc. VAT£1,284.41 -
Vinous (97)
The 2017 Cepparello is another in a series of stunningly beautiful Cepparellos from Paolo de Marchi. Bright and beautifully focused in the glass, with tremendous depth, the 2017 is positively stellar from the very first taste. Succulent dark cherry, plum, licorice, spice, menthol and coffee all open up with a bit of air. Here, too, Paolo De Marchi has done a tremendous job in preserving freshness in the wine. Readers who can muster the patience will be rewarded with a spectacular wine.Inc. VAT£472.40 -
Wine Advocate (96)
A pure expression of Sangiovese, the 2018 Cepparello is a beautiful expression that speaks to the classic and most exemplary side of this versatile and deeply expressive grape. This vintage is especially bright and ethereal with a true sense of luminosity and clarity that radiates from both the wine's appearance and its fragrant bouquet. Tart cherry and cassis segue to balsam herb and wild violets. To the palate, the wine shows muscle and determination with sweet tannins and impressive depth of favor. Cepparello remains true to its unique identity in this vintage. Production is 42,000 bottles.Inc. VAT£382.40 -
(1x300cl) 2019The Wine Independent (100)
Paolo di Marchi’s leaving present to Tuscany is this delightful 2019 Isole e Olena Cepparello. Cepparello is a blend of Sangiovese from different vineyards, selected by Di Marchi on the basis of "the best exposure, elevation, soil, genetics and age. I feel this adds complexity.” The first vintage was in 1980 when 100% Sangiovese was not permitted under the Chianti Classico rules. Those rules have since changed but the wine remains an IGT Toscana. It has a supremely enticing nose with cream and exotic spice, reminding me of Arabian spice markets. With the 2019 there is an added precision to the aromas, less heavy oak, and no greenness on the palate. It is concentrated with a rich velvety texture but without any heaviness and with a gentle unforced quality. The tannins are fine and very well integrated, in fact finer and better integrated than even the excellent 2016 vintage. It is of course very young now but it’s almost too delicious not to drink! Supremely graceful, it just gets better and better.Inc. VAT£567.34 -
The Wine Independent (100)
Paolo di Marchi’s leaving present to Tuscany is this delightful 2019 Isole e Olena Cepparello. Cepparello is a blend of Sangiovese from different vineyards, selected by Di Marchi on the basis of "the best exposure, elevation, soil, genetics and age. I feel this adds complexity.” The first vintage was in 1980 when 100% Sangiovese was not permitted under the Chianti Classico rules. Those rules have since changed but the wine remains an IGT Toscana. It has a supremely enticing nose with cream and exotic spice, reminding me of Arabian spice markets. With the 2019 there is an added precision to the aromas, less heavy oak, and no greenness on the palate. It is concentrated with a rich velvety texture but without any heaviness and with a gentle unforced quality. The tannins are fine and very well integrated, in fact finer and better integrated than even the excellent 2016 vintage. It is of course very young now but it’s almost too delicious not to drink! Supremely graceful, it just gets better and better.Inc. VAT£480.80 -
(1x300cl) 2020Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)
The 2020 Cepparello is a total stunner, just as it was last year. Deeply colored, layered and explosive in the glass, the 2020 possesses striking textural richness and overall intensity. Black cherry, graphite, plum, spice and lavender flesh out effortlessly. There's tremendous pedigree and sheer stature here. Cepparello is surely one of the wines of the year.Inc. VAT£484.54 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)
The 2020 Cepparello is a total stunner, just as it was last year. Deeply colored, layered and explosive in the glass, the 2020 possesses striking textural richness and overall intensity. Black cherry, graphite, plum, spice and lavender flesh out effortlessly. There's tremendous pedigree and sheer stature here. Cepparello is surely one of the wines of the year.Inc. VAT£1,108.01 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)
The 2020 Cepparello is a total stunner, just as it was last year. Deeply colored, layered and explosive in the glass, the 2020 possesses striking textural richness and overall intensity. Black cherry, graphite, plum, spice and lavender flesh out effortlessly. There's tremendous pedigree and sheer stature here. Cepparello is surely one of the wines of the year.Inc. VAT£520.40 -
(6x150cl) 2021Inc. VAT£1,284.41 -
Inc. VAT£504.80 -
Jancis Robinson (17.5)
Mid crimson. Immediately more complex on the nose with fruit and spice and hint of cigar box. Really tangy on the palate, vibrant and mouth-filling at the same time. Chewy tannins need time.Inc. VAT£354.00 -
(6x75cl) 2018Jancis Robinson (17.5)
Barberino Tavernelle. 82% Sangiovese, 15% Canaiolo, 3% Syrah. Lustrous mid ruby. A concentrated cherry nose loaded with dark spice. Succulent, tangy cherry fruit with a mint oak note. Building up in concentration on the finish but without losing its freshness or elegance. A wine that never disappoints, regardless of vintage.Inc. VAT£165.58 -
(12x75cl) 2020Jancis Robinson (17.5)
Just mid crimson. Finely fragrant, sweet raspberry nose. Beautiful precision on the palate with crushed-raspberry fruit and polished, fine tannins.Inc. VAT£286.30 -
Decanter (94)
While Isole e Olena’s vineyards did suffer some minor frost damage in 2021, former owner Paolo de Marchi said it wasn’t dramatic, and fans will be happy to know that there is still ample quantity of this flag-bearing Chianti Classico. Bit by bit, it reveals characteristic nuances of brushwood, currants, rosehip, strawberry and pepper. Succulent and light on feet, the palate is judiciously concentrated with pure and persistent red berries. Taut, integrated tannins provide definition, and it trails off with garden-fresh herbs. This should give plenty of pleasure over the next eight to 10 years.Inc. VAT£317.95 -
Wine Advocate (97)
The 2006 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is a controversial wine and for good reason. Proprietor Paolo De Marchi was initially opposed to the idea of introducing the Gran Selezione category above the Chianti Classico Riserva. But more than a year ago, the Institute of Masters of Wine held a special dinner in Florence and producers were invited to pour only Gran Selezione wines. Paolo had an amazing barrel of Sangiovese put aside for a commemorative wine to celebrate his 30th anniversary as a winemaker. He hoped to dedicate that wine as a special limited release. Because he also wanted to pour something of his at the Masters of Wine dinner, he declassified the wine and re-registered it as a Gran Selezione. This also explains why it is from an older vintage. Most of his peers inaugurated this new category with the 2010 vintage. Only 1,800 bottles were made (of which 500 are put aside for the family's personal use) and the blend consists of Sangiovese with 12% Cabernet Franc and 8% Syrah. I love Chianti Classico and I love super Tuscans, says Paolo De Marchi. This wine is a crossover of the two. The wine shows gorgeous ripeness with brooding dark fruit, depth and extreme balance. This is a wine that makes a statement upfront both in terms of the quality of the aromas and its overall integrity and persistency.Inc. VAT£486.79 -
Wine Advocate (97)
The 2006 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is a controversial wine and for good reason. Proprietor Paolo De Marchi was initially opposed to the idea of introducing the Gran Selezione category above the Chianti Classico Riserva. But more than a year ago, the Institute of Masters of Wine held a special dinner in Florence and producers were invited to pour only Gran Selezione wines. Paolo had an amazing barrel of Sangiovese put aside for a commemorative wine to celebrate his 30th anniversary as a winemaker. He hoped to dedicate that wine as a special limited release. Because he also wanted to pour something of his at the Masters of Wine dinner, he declassified the wine and re-registered it as a Gran Selezione. This also explains why it is from an older vintage. Most of his peers inaugurated this new category with the 2010 vintage. Only 1,800 bottles were made (of which 500 are put aside for the family's personal use) and the blend consists of Sangiovese with 12% Cabernet Franc and 8% Syrah. I love Chianti Classico and I love super Tuscans, says Paolo De Marchi. This wine is a crossover of the two. The wine shows gorgeous ripeness with brooding dark fruit, depth and extreme balance. This is a wine that makes a statement upfront both in terms of the quality of the aromas and its overall integrity and persistency.Inc. VAT£421.60 -
(1x150cl) 2010Inc. VAT£475.69 -
Inc. VAT£359.33 -
Inc. VAT£487.07 -
Inc. VAT£486.24 -
Wine Advocate (97)
This is a beautiful wine that is only made in the best vintages. In fact, I have only ever tasted 2006 (a late release), 2010 and 2013 before this bottle. The Isole e Olena 2016 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is 90% Sangiovese enhanced with tiny percentages of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Merlot. Production is limited to a mere 3,000 bottles that will not be released commercially until spring 2022. The wine is enormously bright and buoyant in this classic vintage with lingering fruit and cherry that remains intact and fresh even when tasted now some five years after the harvest. Hints of leather, tar and potting soil softly fill in the rear. This wine promises a long and healthy aging future ahead.Inc. VAT£701.20 -
Vinous (96)
Isole e Olena 2017 Syrah is powerful, dense and savory. Readers should not plan on opening a bottle anytime soon. Black cherry, plum, licorice, espresso, chocolate and leather build as this brooding Tuscan Syrah shows off its considerable character. The 2017 is a real powerhouse. Give it a few years in bottle.Inc. VAT£85.73 -
Vinous (95)
The 2019 Syrah Collezione Privata is quite delicate and silky in this vintage, with a distinctly red-fruited profile that is unusual. Spice, orange peel, dried flowers and white pepper lend brightness to a Syrah that is both deep and light on its feet. I especially admire the vibrancy here.Inc. VAT£358.40 -
The Jacopo Biondi Santi Sassoalloro 2010 hails from the heart of Tuscany, meticulously crafted amid the rolling hills of the Eskandhani estate. This rich red wine pulses with the very soul of the Sangiovese grape, locally known as 'Brunello'. As the proud testimony of Italian viticulture, Jacopo Biondi Santi nurtures his vineyard using traditional Tuscan methods, merging age-old techniques with innovative approaches to finesse a wine of unchallenged quality and character.
The Sassoalloro 2010 is the epitome of fine wine, revealing potent notes of black cherry, tobacco and Mediterranean spices to captivate the palate. Aged in French oak barrels for 14 months, this wine has attained a harmonious balance of complexity and smooth-refined tannins. Encapsulating noble lineage and tradition, the Jacopo Biondi Santi Sassoalloro 2010 is a confluence of innovation and authenticity - a discerning choice for the refined oenophile.
Inc. VAT£436.32 -
Famed for its exceptional opulence, the Jacopo Biondi Santi Sassoalloro 2018 is an exquisite product of the esteemed Biondi Santi winery. The family's Tuscan legacy radiates from this bottle, expertly crafted from 100% Sangiovese Grosso. The vineyards flourish in monolithic soils, imbuing this wine with a unique, robust character.
Sourced from the vineyards of the Castello di Montepo estate, the Jacopo Biondi Santi Sassoalloro 2018 vintage underwent a rigorous two-week fermentation process in steel vats, allowing it to preserve the innate flavours and aromas. Following this, it matured for 14 months in French oak barrels, contributing to its full-bodied, delicately-structured balance.
Opening a bottle of Jacopo Biondi Santi Sassoalloro 2018 unveils a seducing olfactory profile, revealing hints of cherry and spice, coupled with an elegantly long finish. It's truly an embodiment of the producer's philosophy of innovation within tradition; an enchanting blend of modern and time-honoured Tuscan winemaking.
Inc. VAT£179.60 -
Unearth the exquisite charms of Jermann Capo Martino 2021, a pinnacle of grandeur in the realm of fine wines. This extraordinary expression hails from the renowned vineyards of Jermann in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy, regarded as one of the world's eminent wine regions. Jermann Capo Martino 2021 is lovingly crafted from a delightful assembly of Chardonnay, Malvasia Istriana, Ribolla Gialla and Picolit grapes, each handpicked at optimum ripeness.
Meticulously aged in oak barrels, the wine develops a compelling depth of flavour - beautifully balanced between lush, exotic fruits and a crisp, refreshing minerality. On the nose, it unveils delicate notes of honey, ripe peach and subtle spices, which linger into a remarkably long and satisfying finish.
Created by Silvio Jermann, a masterful winemaker famed for his unwavering pursuit of perfection, Jermann Capo Martino 2021 is a testament to his commitment to quality and tradition, resulting in a wine with an undeniable allure.
Inc. VAT£422.00 -
Vinous (91)
The 2022 Vintage Tunina is distinctly savory, with a burst of rosemary, incense and flint stone giving way to freshly sliced green apples. It feels wiry, with salty mineral tones up front and a core of ripe orchard fruits that settle in toward the close. Brisk acidity keeps the mouth watering for more, along with a salty flourish as hints of sour lime fade. It's a balanced effort, yet I find myself craving more freshness.Inc. VAT£326.29 -
In the realm of fine wines, the Jermann Where Dreams have no end 2021 stands anticipatively atop, crafted with an expertly curated blend of Chardonnay and other undisclosed varieties. Cultivated in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region of Italy, known for superior wine production, this bottling captures a distinct nobility that only Jermann vineyards can properly tender.
The vintner, Silvio Jermann, has extended an ancestral tradition of winemaking since 1881. Utilising a mix of old oak and steel vinification, this treatment imparts an age-worthy complexity into every bottle. Ensuring qualitative consistency, Jermann applies meticulous vineyard selection, securing only the most expressive of varietals.
The 'Jermann Where Dreams have no end 2021' bottling offers an opulent nose of floral and citrus hints, balanced by a textural palette. With graceful acidity accompanying its full-bodied character, this wine exemplifies a harmonious marriage of tradition and innovation. An immaculate choice for fine wine enthusiasts who appreciate nuanced depth and sophistication.
Inc. VAT£352.32
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(1x75cl) 2016
Vinous (97+)
The 2016 Cepparello is dense, dark and also very closed in on itself. Those qualities bode well for the future, but readers will have to be patient, as the 2016 is going to need at least a few years to come into its own. Black cherry, plum, lavender, spice and new leather gradually open up in the glass, but the 2016 is not ready to show all of its cards. This fruit was brought in during the second week of October, which is pretty much optimal at Isole e Olena. The 2016 spent 20 months in French oak, with a bit less than 30% new oak, and a few months in cask prior to bottling. An explosion of floral and spice notes punctuates the super-refined finish. The 2016 is shaping up to be epic. Don't miss it!In Bond£103.00 -
Vinous (97+)
The 2016 Cepparello is dense, dark and also very closed in on itself. Those qualities bode well for the future, but readers will have to be patient, as the 2016 is going to need at least a few years to come into its own. Black cherry, plum, lavender, spice and new leather gradually open up in the glass, but the 2016 is not ready to show all of its cards. This fruit was brought in during the second week of October, which is pretty much optimal at Isole e Olena. The 2016 spent 20 months in French oak, with a bit less than 30% new oak, and a few months in cask prior to bottling. An explosion of floral and spice notes punctuates the super-refined finish. The 2016 is shaping up to be epic. Don't miss it!In Bond£380.00 -
(6x150cl) 2017
Vinous (97)
The 2017 Cepparello is another in a series of stunningly beautiful Cepparellos from Paolo de Marchi. Bright and beautifully focused in the glass, with tremendous depth, the 2017 is positively stellar from the very first taste. Succulent dark cherry, plum, licorice, spice, menthol and coffee all open up with a bit of air. Here, too, Paolo De Marchi has done a tremendous job in preserving freshness in the wine. Readers who can muster the patience will be rewarded with a spectacular wine.In Bond£1,029.00 -
Vinous (97)
The 2017 Cepparello is another in a series of stunningly beautiful Cepparellos from Paolo de Marchi. Bright and beautifully focused in the glass, with tremendous depth, the 2017 is positively stellar from the very first taste. Succulent dark cherry, plum, licorice, spice, menthol and coffee all open up with a bit of air. Here, too, Paolo De Marchi has done a tremendous job in preserving freshness in the wine. Readers who can muster the patience will be rewarded with a spectacular wine.In Bond£373.00 -
Wine Advocate (96)
A pure expression of Sangiovese, the 2018 Cepparello is a beautiful expression that speaks to the classic and most exemplary side of this versatile and deeply expressive grape. This vintage is especially bright and ethereal with a true sense of luminosity and clarity that radiates from both the wine's appearance and its fragrant bouquet. Tart cherry and cassis segue to balsam herb and wild violets. To the palate, the wine shows muscle and determination with sweet tannins and impressive depth of favor. Cepparello remains true to its unique identity in this vintage. Production is 42,000 bottles.In Bond£298.00 -
(1x300cl) 2019
The Wine Independent (100)
Paolo di Marchi’s leaving present to Tuscany is this delightful 2019 Isole e Olena Cepparello. Cepparello is a blend of Sangiovese from different vineyards, selected by Di Marchi on the basis of "the best exposure, elevation, soil, genetics and age. I feel this adds complexity.” The first vintage was in 1980 when 100% Sangiovese was not permitted under the Chianti Classico rules. Those rules have since changed but the wine remains an IGT Toscana. It has a supremely enticing nose with cream and exotic spice, reminding me of Arabian spice markets. With the 2019 there is an added precision to the aromas, less heavy oak, and no greenness on the palate. It is concentrated with a rich velvety texture but without any heaviness and with a gentle unforced quality. The tannins are fine and very well integrated, in fact finer and better integrated than even the excellent 2016 vintage. It is of course very young now but it’s almost too delicious not to drink! Supremely graceful, it just gets better and better.In Bond£459.00 -
The Wine Independent (100)
Paolo di Marchi’s leaving present to Tuscany is this delightful 2019 Isole e Olena Cepparello. Cepparello is a blend of Sangiovese from different vineyards, selected by Di Marchi on the basis of "the best exposure, elevation, soil, genetics and age. I feel this adds complexity.” The first vintage was in 1980 when 100% Sangiovese was not permitted under the Chianti Classico rules. Those rules have since changed but the wine remains an IGT Toscana. It has a supremely enticing nose with cream and exotic spice, reminding me of Arabian spice markets. With the 2019 there is an added precision to the aromas, less heavy oak, and no greenness on the palate. It is concentrated with a rich velvety texture but without any heaviness and with a gentle unforced quality. The tannins are fine and very well integrated, in fact finer and better integrated than even the excellent 2016 vintage. It is of course very young now but it’s almost too delicious not to drink! Supremely graceful, it just gets better and better.In Bond£380.00 -
(1x300cl) 2020
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)
The 2020 Cepparello is a total stunner, just as it was last year. Deeply colored, layered and explosive in the glass, the 2020 possesses striking textural richness and overall intensity. Black cherry, graphite, plum, spice and lavender flesh out effortlessly. There's tremendous pedigree and sheer stature here. Cepparello is surely one of the wines of the year.In Bond£390.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)
The 2020 Cepparello is a total stunner, just as it was last year. Deeply colored, layered and explosive in the glass, the 2020 possesses striking textural richness and overall intensity. Black cherry, graphite, plum, spice and lavender flesh out effortlessly. There's tremendous pedigree and sheer stature here. Cepparello is surely one of the wines of the year.In Bond£882.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)
The 2020 Cepparello is a total stunner, just as it was last year. Deeply colored, layered and explosive in the glass, the 2020 possesses striking textural richness and overall intensity. Black cherry, graphite, plum, spice and lavender flesh out effortlessly. There's tremendous pedigree and sheer stature here. Cepparello is surely one of the wines of the year.In Bond£413.00 -
(6x150cl) 2021In Bond£1,029.00
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Jancis Robinson (17.5)
Mid crimson. Immediately more complex on the nose with fruit and spice and hint of cigar box. Really tangy on the palate, vibrant and mouth-filling at the same time. Chewy tannins need time.Inc. VAT£354.00 -
(6x75cl) 2018
Jancis Robinson (17.5)
Barberino Tavernelle. 82% Sangiovese, 15% Canaiolo, 3% Syrah. Lustrous mid ruby. A concentrated cherry nose loaded with dark spice. Succulent, tangy cherry fruit with a mint oak note. Building up in concentration on the finish but without losing its freshness or elegance. A wine that never disappoints, regardless of vintage.In Bond£118.00 -
(12x75cl) 2020
Jancis Robinson (17.5)
Just mid crimson. Finely fragrant, sweet raspberry nose. Beautiful precision on the palate with crushed-raspberry fruit and polished, fine tannins.In Bond£200.00 -
Decanter (94)
While Isole e Olena’s vineyards did suffer some minor frost damage in 2021, former owner Paolo de Marchi said it wasn’t dramatic, and fans will be happy to know that there is still ample quantity of this flag-bearing Chianti Classico. Bit by bit, it reveals characteristic nuances of brushwood, currants, rosehip, strawberry and pepper. Succulent and light on feet, the palate is judiciously concentrated with pure and persistent red berries. Taut, integrated tannins provide definition, and it trails off with garden-fresh herbs. This should give plenty of pleasure over the next eight to 10 years.In Bond£225.00 -
Wine Advocate (97)
The 2006 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is a controversial wine and for good reason. Proprietor Paolo De Marchi was initially opposed to the idea of introducing the Gran Selezione category above the Chianti Classico Riserva. But more than a year ago, the Institute of Masters of Wine held a special dinner in Florence and producers were invited to pour only Gran Selezione wines. Paolo had an amazing barrel of Sangiovese put aside for a commemorative wine to celebrate his 30th anniversary as a winemaker. He hoped to dedicate that wine as a special limited release. Because he also wanted to pour something of his at the Masters of Wine dinner, he declassified the wine and re-registered it as a Gran Selezione. This also explains why it is from an older vintage. Most of his peers inaugurated this new category with the 2010 vintage. Only 1,800 bottles were made (of which 500 are put aside for the family's personal use) and the blend consists of Sangiovese with 12% Cabernet Franc and 8% Syrah. I love Chianti Classico and I love super Tuscans, says Paolo De Marchi. This wine is a crossover of the two. The wine shows gorgeous ripeness with brooding dark fruit, depth and extreme balance. This is a wine that makes a statement upfront both in terms of the quality of the aromas and its overall integrity and persistency.In Bond£399.00 -
Wine Advocate (97)
The 2006 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is a controversial wine and for good reason. Proprietor Paolo De Marchi was initially opposed to the idea of introducing the Gran Selezione category above the Chianti Classico Riserva. But more than a year ago, the Institute of Masters of Wine held a special dinner in Florence and producers were invited to pour only Gran Selezione wines. Paolo had an amazing barrel of Sangiovese put aside for a commemorative wine to celebrate his 30th anniversary as a winemaker. He hoped to dedicate that wine as a special limited release. Because he also wanted to pour something of his at the Masters of Wine dinner, he declassified the wine and re-registered it as a Gran Selezione. This also explains why it is from an older vintage. Most of his peers inaugurated this new category with the 2010 vintage. Only 1,800 bottles were made (of which 500 are put aside for the family's personal use) and the blend consists of Sangiovese with 12% Cabernet Franc and 8% Syrah. I love Chianti Classico and I love super Tuscans, says Paolo De Marchi. This wine is a crossover of the two. The wine shows gorgeous ripeness with brooding dark fruit, depth and extreme balance. This is a wine that makes a statement upfront both in terms of the quality of the aromas and its overall integrity and persistency.In Bond£348.00 -
(1x150cl) 2010In Bond£390.00
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Wine Advocate (97)
This is a beautiful wine that is only made in the best vintages. In fact, I have only ever tasted 2006 (a late release), 2010 and 2013 before this bottle. The Isole e Olena 2016 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is 90% Sangiovese enhanced with tiny percentages of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Merlot. Production is limited to a mere 3,000 bottles that will not be released commercially until spring 2022. The wine is enormously bright and buoyant in this classic vintage with lingering fruit and cherry that remains intact and fresh even when tasted now some five years after the harvest. Hints of leather, tar and potting soil softly fill in the rear. This wine promises a long and healthy aging future ahead.In Bond£574.00 -
Vinous (96)
Isole e Olena 2017 Syrah is powerful, dense and savory. Readers should not plan on opening a bottle anytime soon. Black cherry, plum, licorice, espresso, chocolate and leather build as this brooding Tuscan Syrah shows off its considerable character. The 2017 is a real powerhouse. Give it a few years in bottle.In Bond£68.00 -
Vinous (95)
The 2019 Syrah Collezione Privata is quite delicate and silky in this vintage, with a distinctly red-fruited profile that is unusual. Spice, orange peel, dried flowers and white pepper lend brightness to a Syrah that is both deep and light on its feet. I especially admire the vibrancy here.In Bond£278.00 -
The Jacopo Biondi Santi Sassoalloro 2010 hails from the heart of Tuscany, meticulously crafted amid the rolling hills of the Eskandhani estate. This rich red wine pulses with the very soul of the Sangiovese grape, locally known as 'Brunello'. As the proud testimony of Italian viticulture, Jacopo Biondi Santi nurtures his vineyard using traditional Tuscan methods, merging age-old techniques with innovative approaches to finesse a wine of unchallenged quality and character.
The Sassoalloro 2010 is the epitome of fine wine, revealing potent notes of black cherry, tobacco and Mediterranean spices to captivate the palate. Aged in French oak barrels for 14 months, this wine has attained a harmonious balance of complexity and smooth-refined tannins. Encapsulating noble lineage and tradition, the Jacopo Biondi Santi Sassoalloro 2010 is a confluence of innovation and authenticity - a discerning choice for the refined oenophile.
In Bond£345.00 -
Famed for its exceptional opulence, the Jacopo Biondi Santi Sassoalloro 2018 is an exquisite product of the esteemed Biondi Santi winery. The family's Tuscan legacy radiates from this bottle, expertly crafted from 100% Sangiovese Grosso. The vineyards flourish in monolithic soils, imbuing this wine with a unique, robust character.
Sourced from the vineyards of the Castello di Montepo estate, the Jacopo Biondi Santi Sassoalloro 2018 vintage underwent a rigorous two-week fermentation process in steel vats, allowing it to preserve the innate flavours and aromas. Following this, it matured for 14 months in French oak barrels, contributing to its full-bodied, delicately-structured balance.
Opening a bottle of Jacopo Biondi Santi Sassoalloro 2018 unveils a seducing olfactory profile, revealing hints of cherry and spice, coupled with an elegantly long finish. It's truly an embodiment of the producer's philosophy of innovation within tradition; an enchanting blend of modern and time-honoured Tuscan winemaking.
In Bond£129.00 -
Unearth the exquisite charms of Jermann Capo Martino 2021, a pinnacle of grandeur in the realm of fine wines. This extraordinary expression hails from the renowned vineyards of Jermann in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy, regarded as one of the world's eminent wine regions. Jermann Capo Martino 2021 is lovingly crafted from a delightful assembly of Chardonnay, Malvasia Istriana, Ribolla Gialla and Picolit grapes, each handpicked at optimum ripeness.
Meticulously aged in oak barrels, the wine develops a compelling depth of flavour - beautifully balanced between lush, exotic fruits and a crisp, refreshing minerality. On the nose, it unveils delicate notes of honey, ripe peach and subtle spices, which linger into a remarkably long and satisfying finish.
Created by Silvio Jermann, a masterful winemaker famed for his unwavering pursuit of perfection, Jermann Capo Martino 2021 is a testament to his commitment to quality and tradition, resulting in a wine with an undeniable allure.
In Bond£331.00 -
Vinous (91)
The 2022 Vintage Tunina is distinctly savory, with a burst of rosemary, incense and flint stone giving way to freshly sliced green apples. It feels wiry, with salty mineral tones up front and a core of ripe orchard fruits that settle in toward the close. Brisk acidity keeps the mouth watering for more, along with a salty flourish as hints of sour lime fade. It's a balanced effort, yet I find myself craving more freshness.In Bond£254.00 -
In the realm of fine wines, the Jermann Where Dreams have no end 2021 stands anticipatively atop, crafted with an expertly curated blend of Chardonnay and other undisclosed varieties. Cultivated in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region of Italy, known for superior wine production, this bottling captures a distinct nobility that only Jermann vineyards can properly tender.
The vintner, Silvio Jermann, has extended an ancestral tradition of winemaking since 1881. Utilising a mix of old oak and steel vinification, this treatment imparts an age-worthy complexity into every bottle. Ensuring qualitative consistency, Jermann applies meticulous vineyard selection, securing only the most expressive of varietals.
The 'Jermann Where Dreams have no end 2021' bottling offers an opulent nose of floral and citrus hints, balanced by a textural palette. With graceful acidity accompanying its full-bodied character, this wine exemplifies a harmonious marriage of tradition and innovation. An immaculate choice for fine wine enthusiasts who appreciate nuanced depth and sophistication.
In Bond£275.00
