“without question the finest Chardonnay made in Tuscany.” – Antonio Galloni

Paolo di Marchi in a living legend. Revered by winemakers the world over, many have traveled to his great Tuscan estate to learn from the master. Over the course of the last thirty years Paolo has taken family’s 200 acre property located between the villages of Isole and Olena to cult status. With a focus on organics, high density planting, and natural winemaking, he produces some of Italy’s most acclaimed wines and incredibly his wines are still available at reasonable prices even today. He excels at the Tuscan classics, with superb Sangiovese and one of the finest Vin Santos you can find, and his international varietal wines are truly next level. Isole’s Collezione Privata Cabernet is a world beater, his Syrah is a striking northern Rhone lookalike, and his Chardonnay rivals the finest Premier Cru Chassagne-Montrachets. But you’re not going to find a Premier Cru Chassagne of this quality at this price!

This 2018 is the highest rated ever from both Wine Advocate and Vinous Media!

Isole e Olena Collezione Privata Chardonnay 2018

Sale $45.99 

95 pts Wine Advocate / 93 pts Vinous Media

“The Isole e Olena 2018 Chardonnay Collezione Privata is a finely chiseled and precise expression. The wine benefits from cooler pre-harvest nighttime temperatures that have pushed aromas of apricot, waxy orchard fruit and sweet pear. The is a full-bodied white that remains remarkably light on its feet and lithe in character. This vintage achieves truly remarkable balance, and I don't say that lightly. Luscious primary fruit and toast are measured against the wine's racy acidity and its chalky finish. This is one of the best Chardonnays to be found in Tuscany. Some 27,000 bottles and 380 magnums were produced.” - WA

“The 2018 Chardonnay is so gorgeous. Lemon confit, white flowers, tangerine and apricot all grace this soft, beautifully polished Chardonnay from Isole e Olena. The 2018 is perfumed, gracious and incredibly expressive. It is also without question the finest Chardonnay made in Tuscany.” – VM


Or reply. The wine will be available Friday in Chapel Hill. Saturday, as ordered, in Hillsborough.