Tasting note After fermentation, this wine remained on the lees in oak barrels for approximately 10 months. During the first six months it was stirred occasionally, in the Burgundian style to give more texture and complexity to the wine. The result is this golden-coloured Chardonnay with aromas of grilled almonds and butter. On the palate, it is full and intense, with a perfect balance between ripe, yellow fruit, buttery biscuits and a crisp, mineral finish. Country: Italy Region: Tuscany Grape variety: Chardonnay Vintage: 2009 Bottle size: 75cl Closure: Cork
The name Isole e Olena came about in the 1950s when two adjoining estates, Isole and Olena – both situated in the rolling hills of Chianti – were purchased by the De Marchi family and were combined to form one. The history of both estates dates back many hundreds of years, and the earliest documentation of the village of Olena goes as far back as the 12th century. During the 1950s, the De Marchi family planted new specia