{"product_id":"isole-e-olena-cepparello-2010-dbmg-3-l","title":"Isole e Olena Cepparello 2010 DBMG","description":"\u003cp\u003eIsole e Olena Cepparello 2010 in this impressive 3L double magnum format is a benchmark Tuscan red, crafted entirely from Sangiovese and designed for long-term cellaring. This is one of the most powerful and structured vintages of Cepparello, a wine that marries depth, elegance and a distinctly mineral edge. In 2010, the estate produced a particularly dark, brooding expression that has already earned critical acclaim and is widely regarded as one of the standout wines of the vintage in Tuscany.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2010 Cepparello is deep ruby garnet with an almost opaque core, showing the density and concentration that set this vintage apart. The nose opens slowly and deliberately, revealing layers of dark cherry, blackberry and black plum, intertwined with pomegranate, graphite, crushed stone and subtle notes of violet, licorice, tobacco and sweet spices.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is full-bodied, tightly knit and vertical, unfurling in all directions with remarkable intensity. Dark berry and plum fruit is wrapped in firm, finely grained tannins and a vibrant streak of acidity that gives definition and lift. Saline, mineral nuances and hints of bitter cherry, cocoa and dried herbs carry through to a long, precise and slightly savory finish. Still youthful and somewhat reserved, especially from a large-format bottle, this 2010 has significant aging potential: expect it to evolve beautifully over the next 5–10 years and comfortably drink well for two decades or more in double magnum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCepparello is sourced from Isole e Olena’s top Sangiovese parcels in the rolling hills of the Chianti Classico area of Tuscany, where a mix of galestro (friable shale), limestone and clay soils, combined with warm days and cool nights, naturally limits yields and enhances concentration. Grapes are carefully harvested by hand, with strict selection both in the vineyard and at the sorting table to ensure only perfectly ripe, healthy clusters are used. After destemming and gentle crushing, fermentation typically takes place in temperature-controlled tanks, with frequent pump-overs to extract color, aroma and fine tannins. The wine is then aged in French oak barriques (a portion new) for an extended period, allowing the Sangiovese to gain complexity, polish and structure before a final selection and bottling of Cepparello as an IGT Toscana, rather than under the Chianti Classico DOCG, to allow maximum stylistic freedom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 2010 Cepparello is an excellent match for rich, savory Tuscan-inspired dishes: think bistecca alla fiorentina, roasted or grilled lamb, braised beef, wild boar ragù, truffle pasta or aged pecorino. Its structure and acidity also complement hearty stews and game birds such as pheasant or duck. Serve at 16–18°C (60–65°F) to highlight its aromatics and freshness. Given its youthfulness in this large 3L format and the wine’s naturally firm structure, decanting is highly recommended—at least 1–2 hours for current drinking, and even longer if you prefer the fruit to fully emerge and the tannins to soften.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIsole e Olena is a family-run estate located in the heart of Chianti Classico, between Florence and Siena, and has been one of the key drivers of Tuscany’s qualitative renaissance since the 1970s. Under the stewardship of Paolo De Marchi, the winery became renowned for its meticulous work with Sangiovese and its pursuit of purity, balance and terroir expression. Cepparello, first released in the 1980s, quickly earned a reputation as one of Tuscany’s great Sangiovese-based wines and a pioneer among the region’s “Super Tuscans,” made outside the traditional DOCG rules to elevate quality. Over the years, Isole e Olena has garnered international acclaim, consistently receiving high scores and recognition from top critics, and is now considered one of the reference producers for elegant yet age-worthy wines from the Chianti Classico zone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Isole e Olena","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252951077201,"sku":"PS-15509600108924","price":542.86,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/Cepparello_2e645131-0a3e-4752-a99f-0a52159c7a86.png?v=1783448106","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/isole-e-olena-cepparello-2010-dbmg-3-l","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}