Isole e Olena Cepparello Sangiovese 2020 Toscana IGT (Tuscany, Italy) - [VM 98] [WS 96, #80 Top 100 of 2023] [WA 96] [JS 94] [DM 93]

Notes from the Winemaker: The flagship wine consists of 100% Sangiovese aged in French oak barrels. Over the years, Paolo has refined his Cepparello by giving it more air during vinification and increasing time spent in oak from 12-14 months to 18-20 months. Although De Marchi started focusing on the use of better quality oak around 1993, it is the increased age of the vineyards themselves that have given Cepparello its overall finesse. The wine is made from a top selection of the estate’s best fruits from the vineyards in Barberino Val d’Elsa in the northern part of Chianti Classico. - 100% Sangiovese aged in French oak barrels- The top selection of the estate's best fruits from their vineyards in Barberino Val d'Elsa, in the northern part of Chianti Classico - A style that emphasizes finesse over power, especially with bottle age- Aging potential: 20+ years Ratings & Reviews 98 Points - Vinous Media:"The 2020 Cepparello is a total stunner, just as it was last year. Deeply colored