Allergic-Info: This wine can contain sulfites
yr. 2019 Falstaff:
93 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2019 on 01.11.2021 with 93 of 100 points.
"Funkelndes, intensives Rubin mit leichtem Granatschimmer. Klare und einprägsame Nase mit Noten nach reifer Himbeere, etwas Granatapfel und Gojibeere. Geschliffen und rund am Gaumen, feinmaschiges, verwobenes Tannin, zieht satt durch, überaus saftig."
yr. 2019 Raffaele Vecchione - WinesCritic.com:
93 of 100 Points.
"Raffaele Vecchione - WinesCritic.com" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2019 on 01.05.2021 with 93 of 100 points.
"Armonico e bilanciato nel calice offre note gentili di petali di rose, succo di pompelmo, rosmarino e timo selvatico. Tanto cedro in sottofondo. Corpo medio-pieno, rotondo ed estremamente bello nel sorso regala mordenza e carattere. Bevi ora."
yr. 2017 Wine Enthusiast:
91 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2017 on 01.12.2020 with 91 of 100 points.
"Aromas of underbrush, violet, toasted nut and camphor lift out of the glass. Showing the heat of the vintage, the palate features prune, dried cherry, espresso and hazelnut alongside fine-grained tannins. Drink through 2023. Kerin O?Keefe"
yr. 2017 Falstaff:
93 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2017 on 01.11.2020 with 93 of 100 points.
"Bright ruby with garnet glints. Open and accessible nose with notes of ripe plum and some raspberry, black truffle in the background. Fine-meshed, grippy tannin, very juicy, shows good tension, much fresh fruit in the course."
yr. 2018 Raffaele Vecchione - WinesCritic.com:
92 of 100 Points.
"Raffaele Vecchione - WinesCritic.com" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2018 on 01.03.2020 with 92 of 100 points.
"Leggermente offuscato al naso offre note di prugne nere, incenso ed asfalto caldo. Camomilla e foglie di tè nero dominano lo sfondo e donano complessità nel profilo sensoriale. Corpo medio-pieno, tannini soffici nell'estrazione ed un finale pulito e luminoso. Meglio dal 2021."
yr. 2017 Raffaele Vecchione - WinesCritic.com:
92 of 100 Points.
"Raffaele Vecchione - WinesCritic.com" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2017 on 01.03.2020 with 92 of 100 points.
"Dal colore rosso ciliegia brillante un vino preciso e ricco nei sentori di lamponi, ribes, mirto selvatico e amarena dolce. Corpo pieno, tannini ampi e voluminosi che creano la struttura principale su cui si erge la matrice vino ed un finale brillante. Succoso e carnoso dal centro palato in poi. Meglio dal 2021."
yr. 2016 Falstaff:
94 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2016 on 01.11.2019 with 94 of 100 points.
"Glänzendes, sattes Rubinrot. Sehr klare und einladende Nase, eröffnet mit Noten nach Johannisbrot, dann reife Brombeere und Kirsche. Saftig und rund in Ansatz und Verlauf, viel saftige Kirsche, geschmeidiges, feinmaschiges Tannin, salzig und lang, schöne Spannung."
yr. 2015 Wine Enthusiast:
95 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2015 on 01.11.2019 with 95 of 100 points.
"Alluring aromas of woodland berry, sunbaked soil, hazelnut and truffle mingle with whiffs of leather and eucalyptus. The focused palate is savory and full of finesse, delivering juicy Marasca cherry, black currant, clove and tobacco alongside a tangy citrus note. Polished tannins and remarkable freshness for the hot vintage give it balance and structure. Drink now through 2023. Kerin O?Keefe"
yr. 2016 Wine Enthusiast:
92 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2016 on 01.11.2019 with 92 of 100 points.
"Aromas of wild berry, coffee bean, cedar and French oak lift out of the glass. The linear, elegant palate mirrors the nose, offering Morello cherry, pomegranate, espresso and star anise framed in taut, polished tannins. It's balanced, with fresh acidity. Kerin O?Keefe"
yr. 2014 Wine Enthusiast:
93 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2014 on 01.01.2018 with 93 of 100 points.
"Fragrant and refined, this radiant red opens with enticing scents of wild berry, aromatic herb, dark spice, menthol and whiffs of tilled soil and pressed blue flower. Ethereally elegant and boasting great tension, the palate delivers succulent red cherry, raspberry, clove and a hint of licorice while vibrant acidity and polished, fine-grained tannins lend balance and support. Drink through 2024."
yr. 2013 Vinum Wine Magazine:
17 of 20 Points.
"Vinum Wine Magazine" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2013 on 01.03.2017 with 17 of 20 points.
"Nur knapp 13 Vol.-% Alkohol und dann diese Tiefe und Länge! Florale Noten, dazu Himbeere, Zwetschge, Haselnuss, am Gaumen hohe Eleganz und seidige Säure, so dass in der Struktur Erinnerungen an das Burgund aufkommen. Ein großer, authentischer Chianti, der ungemein zum zweiten, dritten und vierten Schluck animiert!"
yr. 2014 Vinum Wine Magazine:
16 of 20 Points.
"Vinum Wine Magazine" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2014 on 01.03.2017 with 16 of 20 points.
"Cuvée aus 85% Sangiovese, 10% Canaiolo und 5% Syrah, das Barrique ist sehr gut eingesetzt und verleiht röstige Aromen,die sich mit dunkler Kirsche, feinheber Schokolade und animalischen Noten vereinen. Begeisternde Frische. Wird hervorragend heranreifen!"
yr. 2013 Falstaff:
91 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2013 on 01.02.2016 with 91 of 100 points.
"Funkelndes, leicht aufhellendes Rubin. Eröffnet in der Nase mit viel knackiger und saftiger Kirsche, etwas Veilchen und Zitronenschale. Am Gaumen saftig, schönes Spiel, zeigt viel präsente Kirsche, feinmaschiges Tannin, geschmeidig."
yr. 2013 Wine Enthusiast:
90 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2013 on 01.01.2016 with 90 of 100 points.
"You'll find aromas of underbrush, clove, red berry, blue flower and a whiff of toast on this elegant expression of the 2013 vintage. The bright, sleek palate delivers juicy wild cherry, ground pepper and coffee alongside fresh acidity and polished, fine-grained tannins."
yr. 2012 Wine Enthusiast:
92 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2012 on 01.01.2015 with 92 of 100 points.
"Here's a structured but elegant wine that opens with aromas of wild berry, mint, clove and a balsamic note. The firm, fresh palate offers dried black cherry, raspberry, menthol, white pepper, grilled herb and a note of well-integrated oak while velvety tannins provide support. It's great now but it will be even better in a few years. Drink through 2020."
yr. 2011 Falstaff:
90 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2011 on 01.02.2014 with 90 of 100 points.
"Leuchtendes, mitteldichtes Rubin. Feine, knackige Kirschfrucht, etwas Gewürznelken. Am Gaumen saftig und klar, zeigt viel reife Kirschfrucht, geschmeidig und ausgewogen, langer Nachhall, trinkig; ein gelungener Classico!"
yr. 2011 Wine Enthusiast:
93 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2011 on 01.01.2014 with 93 of 100 points.
"Alluring aromas of blue flower, meat juices, woodland berries and spice jump out of the glass after pouring this luminous blend ofSangioveseCanaiolo andSyrah. The juicy palate offers a core of dark cherry layered with savory black pepper, cinnamon and clove alongside assertive but elegant tannins. This already shows nice depth but hold a few more years for more complexity."
yr. 2010 Wine Enthusiast:
96 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2010 on 01.01.2013 with 96 of 100 points.
"This stunning Chianti Classico has an intense perfume of violet, rose and iris, accented with scents of truffle and forest berry. The wildly delicious palate presents a core of juicy cherry layered with sweet pipe tobacco, mint and spice, with a hint of well-integrated oak. It has great energy, with vibrant acidity and bracing but refined tannins. Drink 2016?2025."
yr. 2007 Wine Enthusiast:
89 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2007 on 01.01.2009 with 89 of 100 points.
"Harmony and class best describe this luminous Chianti Classico from one of the region's most celebrated producers. The wine is extraordinarily bright in the mouth with lingering expressions of spice and Spanish cedar. The blend seesCanaiolo andSyrah to round off the intense perfumes."
yr. 2005 Wine Enthusiast:
88 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2005 on 01.01.2009 with 88 of 100 points.
"This Chianti Classico strikes a beautiful balance between elegance and intensity. It has both and its pretty aromas of wild berry, rose, ginger, anise and spice come forth in a continuous, steady manner. It feels bright and lively in the mouth and ends with a touch of piquant spice."
yr. 2004 Falstaff:
89 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2004 on 01.03.2007 with 89 of 100 points.
"Funkelndes Rubin mit leichtem Granatschimmer; feine und klar gezeichnete Nase mit Noten nach knackigen Kirschen, dezente Himbeernoten; saftig und klar am Gaumen, viel Kirsche, würzige Noten nach Zedern und Nelken, griffiges Tannin, beschreibt einen schönen Bogen, macht Spaß."
yr. 2012 Vinum Wine Magazine:
15 of 20 Points.
"Vinum Wine Magazine" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2012 with 15 of 20 points.
"Duftet nach Himbeeren und Veilchen; geschliffener Ansatz mit frischer Säure und Weichselfinale. Die traditionelle und doch finessenreiche Art gefällt."
yr. 2016 The Wine Front:
93 of 100 Points.
"The Wine Front" has rated the wine "Isole e Olena Chianti Classico DOCG" from the vintage 2016 on 01.11.2019 with 93 of 100 points.
