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The 2015 Chianti Classico is a bright and convincing wine from Barberino Val d'Elsa, one of the main comuni in the greater Chianti Classico appellation. This is a smooth and silky Sangiovese that glides clean over the palate with strength and intensity. Bright cherry, blueberry and herbal accents with wild sage and rosemary characterize the finish. Like many other wines from the 2015 vintage, there is an evident touch of cherry sweetness on the close. Drink: 2017-2025. Score - 92. (Monica Larner, robertparker.com, Oct. 31, 2017)

Release Date:March 2, 2019
Bottle Size: 750 mL bottle
Alcohol/Vol: 14.5%
Made In: Tuscany, Italy
By: Isole E Olena S.R.L.
Sugar Content: 4 g/L
Sweetness Descriptor:XD - Extra Dry
Style:Full-bodied & Smooth
Varietal: Sangiovese Blend

It's only wine but I like it

A well-balanced CC here from Isole e Olena, with bright red cherry fruit, perhaps a hint of herbs, virtually nil oak and finishing with silky tannin and bright acidity. Why, then, am I a bit disappointed. Elevated expectations? Elevated price tag? Perhaps a bit of both. A good wine to be sure, but I have had CC many times for under $22 which provided more pleasure. Tasted Dec 2021.

Sara d'Amato

A bright, elegant Chianti Classico largely produced with the estate's signature sangiovese along with 15% canaiolo...

Michael Godel

Confirms the spice that is so layered by Galestro and Alberese but also 15 per cent canaiolo. It’s sangiovese, place...

David Lawrason

From one of the legendary producers of Chianti this is very well put together - balanced, subtle and well integrated...

Isole E Olena Chianti Classico 2015