Isole e Olena Cepparello 2022

Isole e Olena Cepparello 2022 is a benchmark 100% Sangiovese from the hills of Tuscany, crafted as a pure and refined expression of the estate’s best vineyards. Classified as an IGT Toscana “Super Tuscan,” it combines classic Chianti Classico elegance with the depth and polish of a modern icon. Its unique selling point lies in its aristocratic finesse: an intense yet impeccably balanced wine that is built to age gracefully while already offering remarkable complexity and charm in its youth.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, Cepparello 2022 shows a luminous, deep ruby core with vivid purple highlights and notable viscosity that hints at both concentration and structure. The nose opens broad and layered: violets and wild roses interlace with ripe red cherries, blackberries, and raspberries. Sweet spice notes of cinnamon and clove mingle with hints of pink peppercorn, eucalypt, roasted coffee, and a delicate graphite and wild-berry edge, giving the bouquet both lift and seriousness. On the palate, the wine mirrors the aromatics with striking precision. Juicy cherry and dark berry fruit are framed by fine, chalky tannins and a vibrant Tuscan acidity that keeps everything poised and fresh. There’s a subtle undercurrent of sweet spices, balsamic herbs, and tobacco, supported by a long, red-fruited finish that feels almost endless. The balance between richness and finesse is already impressive, but the 2022 is still very young; it has the structure and energy to evolve beautifully for 15–20 years or more in a good cellar, gaining further complexity, silkiness, and tertiary nuances over time.

Production
Cepparello is sourced from Isole e Olena’s highest-quality Sangiovese parcels in the rolling hills of Barberino Val d’Elsa, in the heart of Tuscany. The vineyards sit on classic galestro and alberese soils—stony, well-drained, and poor in nutrients—naturally limiting yields and concentrating flavor. Grapes are harvested by hand, with strict selection both in the vineyard and at the sorting table to ensure only perfectly ripe, healthy bunches are used. Fermentation typically takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with gentle pump-overs to extract color, aroma, and tannin without harshness. After maceration, the wine is aged in French oak barriques, a significant proportion of which are new, for roughly 18–20 months, followed by additional time in bottle to knit together before release, resulting in a polished yet authentically Tuscan expression of Sangiovese.

Food & Serving
Cepparello 2022 is a natural partner for classic Tuscan cuisine and refined, savory dishes. Think bistecca alla fiorentina, grilled or roast lamb, game birds, braised veal shanks, or rich ragù over pappardelle. It also pairs beautifully with aged pecorino, Parmigiano Reggiano, and truffle-accented dishes. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) in large Burgundy or Bordeaux-style glasses to allow the aromatics to fully develop. Given its youth and structure, decanting for 1–2 hours is highly recommended to soften the tannins and reveal the full depth and complexity of the bouquet.

Producer
Isole e Olena is one of the most respected estates in Chianti Classico, situated between Florence and Siena. The De Marchi family took over in the 1950s, and under Paolo De Marchi’s visionary leadership from the 1970s onward, the estate became a reference point for high-quality Sangiovese and thoughtful vineyard work. First produced in 1980, Cepparello was among the early “Super Tuscans” that helped redefine the region’s potential, showing that Sangiovese alone could yield world-class, cellar-worthy wines. Today, Isole e Olena is celebrated for its meticulous viticulture, terroir-driven style, and consistent critical acclaim, firmly establishing it as a benchmark producer in Tuscany.

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