Identity
| Producer | Fattorie di Isole e Olena |
| Vol | 1.5 |
| Classification | DOCG |
| Grapes | Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Syrah |
| Color | red |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | deep ruby red |
| Aroma | Typical aromas of cherry and red fruits with a hint of spices and herbs, violet notes distinctive of Sangiovese, red berries, cherry, forest fruits |
| Palate | Full-bodied, fresh and energetic taste with strong tannins, good acidity, delicate, lyrical, slightly mineral, strong structure |
| Finish | Pleasantly long finish with well-integrated tannins and lively acidity |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with red meats, dishes with red sauces, classic Italian cuisine including pasta, risotto, aged ham and cheeses, beef and steaks |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGH
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 13.0 |
| Total Acidity | 5.40 |
| Sugar (g/l) | 1.00 |
| Aging Process | Aged 12 months in barriques and other oak barrels of various sizes |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 450 m |
| Soil | Predominantly galestro soil with some alberese and other clays |
Interesting facts
| Isole e Olena estate was established in the early 1950s by the De Marchi family by merging the Isole and Olena properties in Barberino Val d'Elsa, Tuscany. It is a classic expression of the Chianti Classico terroir. |