2012 Chianti Classico
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The 2012 Chianti Classico is made of Sangiovese, Canaiolo and a tiny point of Syrah. The vintage saw hot and dry conditions in July followed by cold and rainy conditions before harvest. As a result, this wine offers good freshness and mature tannins that developed during the heat spell. The fruit is balanced and bright with cherry followed by blackberry and light spice.
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Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Jancis Robinson MW
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Just mid ruby. Fine and subdued and a little stony on the nose. Equally slow to open up on the palate. Finely tuned balance on the finish, if not making huge waves (yet). (WS)
Bright red. Lightly peppery on the nose and nothing forced at all. Sinewy country wine. (JR)
Rich and explosive in the glass, the 2012 Chianti Classico is a beauty. Dark red stone fruits flesh out in a round, sensual wine built on pure texture. This fleshy, supple Chianti Classico offers tons of near and medium-term appeal. All the elements are in the right place.
About the producer
Situated north of Castellina, on the western side of Chianti Classico, Isole e Olena was created by the De Marchi family in the 1950s and has since become one of the region’s leading names. It is renowned for its top bottling Cepparello, a pure Sangiovese, as well as its brilliant Chardonnay.