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Cepparello 2011

Isole e Olena, Tuscany, Italy

Isole e Olena
Tuscany Italy
  • 93
    Points
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  • 5 Pros of
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  • Country ranking ?

    251

  • Producer ranking ?

    6

  • Decanting time

    2h

  • When to drink

    2020-2035

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History: The concept and style of 'Cepparello' was developed by Paolo De Marchi over a period beginning on the mid 1970’s. The wine is named after a small stream, Borro Cepparello, originating in the highest point of the vineyards on the Isole e Olena estate. The label is an original nineteenth century design used by the De Marchi family winery, Proprietà Sperino, in Northern Piemonte. First vintage 1980. 

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First up, this was under screwcap! It was bright, exuberant, singing – if wines like this don’t start the inevitable avalanche towards a more perfect seal then who knows what it will take. That said, we were not told it was under screwcap until later in the day, after all notes/scores done. Deep colour. There is a little oak evident but it is merging well and should not be apparent within a few years – and you really should not be rushing to drink this until at least then. Big bold black cherry notes. Ripe. Utterly delicious. Supple, soft tannins. Balanced, fresh acidity. Excellent length. A finely balanced wine. Most vintages, not all, are 100% Sangiovese. This one had 2% Trebbiano. A first class Cep.
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  • 94p

The quintessence of Sangivoese, however with a slight "change" in the recipe: Paolo de Marchi has added a tiny portion of white Trebbiano grapes fermented together with the Sangiovese for retaining freshness. The result is a stunning wine with deep garnet colour and brick red hue. The nose displays and aroma reminiscent of balmy spices, prunes, dried figs and hints of aromatic herbs, dark chocolate and a whiff of blackcurrant jelly. On the palate fresh acidity and velvety tannins create a very energetic taste with dried fruits and mild spices. Excellent with very convincing length. 

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  • 97p
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Origin

Chianti Classico, Tuscany

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