{"product_id":"isole-e-olena-syrah-2015-75-cl","title":"Isole e Olena Syrah 2015","description":"\u003cp\u003eIsole e Olena Syrah 2015 is a powerful, deeply expressive Tuscan red that shows just how beautifully Syrah can perform in a warm vintage. From the acclaimed Collezione Privata range, it marries Mediterranean richness with the elegance and focus for which this estate is known. Produced in small quantities, this is a collector-worthy bottling that captures a very particular time and place in Tuscany.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2015 Syrah shows an intense, almost opaque ruby core with a deep purple rim, hinting at both concentration and youthfulness. The nose is generous and layered: dark berries, black cherry and plum are wrapped in notes of bitter dark chocolate, cracked black pepper, sweet and smoky bacon, and a touch of exotic spice. A distinct Tuscan stamp comes through in its chalky, mineral nuances and a subtle herbal lift.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is full-bodied, rich and mouthfilling, with plush, ripe fruit that leans into blackberry compote and blackcurrant, balanced by savory tones of sweet tobacco, tar, and cured meat. The tannins are firm yet polished, giving structure without harshness, while a vibrant mineral spine keeps everything focused and precise. The finish is long, warm and spicy, suggesting excellent aging potential. Enjoyable now with a decant, this 2015 will continue to evolve and gain complexity over the next 8–12 years, and likely longer in optimal cellaring conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced from the estate’s hillside vineyards in the heart of Tuscany, Isole e Olena’s Syrah benefits from an ideal combination of elevation, sun exposure and galestro and limestone-rich soils. These chalky, stony terrains contribute to the wine’s precision and mineral backbone, even in a warm year like 2015. Grapes are carefully hand-harvested at optimal ripeness to preserve freshness as well as concentration. In the cellar, the Syrah is vinified in temperature-controlled tanks, with gentle extraction to maintain purity of fruit and varietal character. The wine is then aged in French oak barriques, a portion of them new, allowing the spicy, smoky and chocolatey nuances to knit seamlessly with the dark fruit and terroir-driven minerality that define this Collezione Privata Syrah.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis bold Tuscan Syrah is a natural partner for richly flavored, savory dishes. Think grilled or roasted lamb, bistecca alla fiorentina, braised beef short ribs, game birds, or slow-cooked ragù over pappardelle. It also works beautifully with aged Pecorino, hard cheeses, and dishes featuring wild mushrooms, black olives, or rosemary and thyme. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) to highlight its aromatic complexity and structure. Decant for 1–2 hours before serving to allow the darker fruit, smoky bacon and spice notes to fully open up, especially in its youth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIsole e Olena is one of the benchmark estates of Tuscany, located in the hills between Barberino Val d’Elsa and Castellina in Chianti Classico. Run for decades by Paolo De Marchi, the estate has been instrumental in redefining the region’s reputation through meticulous vineyard work and a strong focus on expressing terroir. While best known for its elegant Chianti Classico and the iconic Cepparello, Isole e Olena has also gained acclaim for its Collezione Privata bottlings, which showcase international varieties interpreted through a distinctly Tuscan lens. Their Syrah has become a reference point for the grape in Italy, consistently drawing critical praise and underscoring the estate’s status as one of the most respected and innovative producers in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Isole e Olena","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54254837760337,"sku":"PS-7730885984456","price":59.82,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/IsoleeOlenaSyrah2015.png?v=1783455317","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/isole-e-olena-syrah-2015-75-cl","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}