A stellar Super Tuscan vintage after vintage, the 2020 Isole e Olena Cepparello was described as “magical” by Antonio Galloni and stands as a benchmark 100% Sangiovese. Sourced from the estate’s best high-elevation vineyards in Barberino Val d’Elsa, it is hand-harvested and aged 18–20 months in French barriques (25% new). Deep ruby in color, the wine layers dark plum, black cherry, violet, lavender, spice, and crushed stone over vibrant acidity and fine-grained tannins, finishing long and polished. Reflecting Paolo De Marchi’s vision of elevating Sangiovese to world-class stature, it has earned critical acclaim, including a place in Wine Spectator’s Top 100 of 2023, and offers both immediate appeal and the structure to evolve gracefully for decades.

About Isole and Olena
Founded in the 1950s when two neighboring estates, Isole and Olena, were purchased and unified, Isole e Olena has become one of Tuscany’s most respected wineries under the guidance of Paolo De Marchi. Situated in Barberino Val d’Elsa, in the northern part of Chianti Classico, the estate’s high-elevation vineyards—planted in rocky galestro soils—yield wines of striking finesse, aromatics, and longevity. What sets Isole e Olena apart is De Marchi’s vision of refining Sangiovese into a world-class varietal, a mission realized most clearly in Cepparello, the estate’s iconic 100% Sangiovese Super Tuscan. Rather than chasing power, De Marchi championed purity, balance, and terroir expression, elevating his wines to international acclaim while still retaining a distinctly Tuscan soul. With a commitment to meticulous vineyard work, restrained use of oak, and a philosophy that marries tradition with innovation, Isole e Olena continues to stand out as a benchmark for elegance and authenticity in Tuscany.