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Isole e Olena Chianti Classico 2021

Isole e Olena Chianti Classico 2021

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Description

Isole e Olena Chianti Classico is a Tuscan red wine crafted from Sangiovese grapes with a touch of Canaiolo. It offers aromas of red cherry, violet, and a hint of spice, with a balanced palate featuring lively acidity, silky tannins, and a long, elegant finish.

*Every effort is made to ensure the current vintage is accurate; however, variations can occur. If you are after a specific vintage, please contact us prior to ordering.

Wine Details

Type: Red Wine
Style: Medium-bodied, Elegant
Grape Varietal: Sangiovese
Tastes Like: Comparable to a traditional Chianti, with red cherry, cranberry, and hints of tobacco and spice, finishing with refreshing acidity.
Alcohol Percentage: 13.5%
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Region: Tuscany, Italy
Terroir: Limestone and clay soils
Aging: 12 months in oak
Serving Temperature: 16-18°C

Winery

Isole e Olena is a renowned Tuscan estate celebrated for its elegant and terroir-driven wines. Their Chianti Classico highlights the best of Sangiovese with balance and complexity.

Food Pairings

Seafood: Grilled tuna or swordfish with tomato relish.
Game: Roasted quail or venison stew.
Vegetarian: Spinach lasagna or mushroom risotto.
Meat: Slow-cooked beef ragu or lamb chops.

Cheese Pairings

Pecorino Toscano: Savoury and nutty, enhancing the wine's structure.
Ricotta Salata: Mild and creamy, balancing the wine's acidity.
Fontina: Creamy and savoury, pairing beautifully with the wine's texture.
Australian Parmesan: Sharp and bold, complementing the wine's complexity.

Recipe

Spinach Lasagna

Ingredients:

  • 250g lasagna sheets
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup spinach, chopped
  • 2 cups tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. In a bowl, mix ricotta, spinach, salt, and pepper.
  2. Layer lasagna sheets, tomato sauce, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella in a baking dish. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
  3. Top with Parmesan and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  4. Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil.

Tags: Chianti, Italy, Medium-bodied-red-wine, Red-blend, Sangiovese-canaiolo-syrah, Tuscany

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