95 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "The Isole e Olena 2022 Chardonnay Collezione Privata is full of spirit and character thanks to a vein of spice and cinnamon that folds into nectarine and poached pear. I love the unabashed intensity of this warm vintage. The acidity is present, and the bouquet is singing strong. That medley of ripe fruit and oak spice pushes over the medium to full-bodied mouthfeel and gives the wine long persistence. Drink: 2024-2035. (Jul 2024)"
95 points James Suckling: "Super-restrained citrus profile with notes of bitter lemon peel and yellow grapefruit, both enhanced by delicate toastiness. The attack is polished, with a medium body, lifted integrated acidity, a zesty grip at the end and a mellow, hedonistic yet always tense texture. How improved this wine is compared to the past. Drink or hold. (7/2/24)"
95 points Falstaff Guide: "Clear, pale gold. An elegant and beguiling bouquet with notes of ripe stone fruit and honeydew melon, hints of orange blossom, acacia honey and nutmeg. Smooth and precise on the palate, silky, very well integrated savoury wood and a long finish. Alcohol 14%. (10/16/24)"
92 points Wine Spectator: "Immediate scents of vanilla, toasty oak and butter or butterscotch lead off, while the flavors are more evocative of peach, pear and lemon oil. Elegant and balanced, with the oak remaining discreet as the fruit notes echo on the lingering finish. Drink now through 2028. 180 cases imported. (8/31/24)"
92 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2022 Chardonnay Collezione Privata is an elegant, super-sleek wine. Hints of apricot, dried flowers, chamomile and hazelnut are framed by a discrete kiss of French oak. Medium in body and refined, the 2022 is quite impressive, especially for the year. This is the first time the Chardonnay was done with blocked malolactic fermentation, an approach that worked especially well in this very dry, warm year. Drink: 2024-2030. (Jul 2024)"
95 points James Suckling: "Super-restrained citrus profile with notes of bitter lemon peel and yellow grapefruit, both enhanced by delicate toastiness. The attack is polished, with a medium body, lifted integrated acidity, a zesty grip at the end and a mellow, hedonistic yet always tense texture. How improved this wine is compared to the past. Drink or hold. (7/2/24)"
95 points Falstaff Guide: "Clear, pale gold. An elegant and beguiling bouquet with notes of ripe stone fruit and honeydew melon, hints of orange blossom, acacia honey and nutmeg. Smooth and precise on the palate, silky, very well integrated savoury wood and a long finish. Alcohol 14%. (10/16/24)"
92 points Wine Spectator: "Immediate scents of vanilla, toasty oak and butter or butterscotch lead off, while the flavors are more evocative of peach, pear and lemon oil. Elegant and balanced, with the oak remaining discreet as the fruit notes echo on the lingering finish. Drink now through 2028. 180 cases imported. (8/31/24)"
92 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2022 Chardonnay Collezione Privata is an elegant, super-sleek wine. Hints of apricot, dried flowers, chamomile and hazelnut are framed by a discrete kiss of French oak. Medium in body and refined, the 2022 is quite impressive, especially for the year. This is the first time the Chardonnay was done with blocked malolactic fermentation, an approach that worked especially well in this very dry, warm year. Drink: 2024-2030. (Jul 2024)"
| Product SKU | 351985 |
| Producer | Isole e Olena |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | White |
| ABV | 14.0% |
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