Isole e Olena 'Collezione Privata' Chardonnay 2022 Bollinger

Isole e Olena 'Collezione Privata' Chardonnay 2022 BollingerThe name 'Isole e Olena' came about in the 1950s when two adjoining estates, 'Isole' and 'Olena', were purchased by the De Marchi family and combined to form one. The history of both estates dates back many hundreds of years, and the earliest documentation of the village of Olena goes as far back as the 12th century. During the 1950s, the De Marchi family planted specialised vineyards and expanded the cellars. Today, the estate is run by Paolo De

spiced oak

and in particular it is likely that Leonildo's attention to detail in the vineyard is a significant factor in this

100% Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) primarily very old vines – 40 to 80 years old- from seven different villages in the province of Burgos

and then awaits the dewy mornings and sunny days of autumn to initiate and sustain the growth of the Botrytis cinerea fungus

well known for its climate and soil

The wine is made from the Uva di Troia (also known as Nero di Troia) grape that is grown around Canosa di Puglia

July was cooler than average

typical Chardonnay characteristics come to the nose

On volcanic rocky hillsides

and structured finish

Now with patented “click”

robust and long-lived Barolo wines