Wine Isole e Olena, “Collezione De Marchi” Syrah, Toscana IGT, 2020

“Collezione De Marchi” Syrah is a rare example of a single-varietal Syrah from Tuscany, a clear reflection of Paolo de Marchi’s signature style. Inspired by this variety back in the 1980s, he was the first in the region to graft Syrah vines onto old Canaiolo roots, choosing not the then fashionable Cabernet Sauvignon, but the less common but expressive Syrah.

The grapes are hand-picked, carefully destemmed and vinified at 2630C in steel tanks. Fermentation lasts 10 days with daily delestage, a complex technique that ensures deep extraction and a fine tannic structure.

Aging takes place for 18 months in French and American oak barrels, a third of which are new. After bottling, the wine continues to develop in the bottle for at least another two years, gaining nobility and depth.

The 2020 Collezione De Marchi Syrah is a rare, collectible wine with outstanding potential. It combines dark berry tones, noble spices and a subtle woody note, maintaining a balance between power and finesse. This wine is the result of a personal approach, experience and bold winemaking choices.