"The 2022 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Elle is laced with crushed red berry fruit, rose petal, blood orange, mint and white pepper. Aromatic and lithe, with lovely freshness, the Elle is a super-expressive wine from this part of the appellation. The Elle is not a big wine, but the purity of its fruit is simply beguiling. Best of all, the 2022 will drink well right out of the gate." -Antonio Galloni
Kerin O'Keefe
WE96
"Violet, dark spice, pipe tobacco and new leather aromas take shape on the fragrant Istine 2022 Gran Selezione Elle, the wine's debut vintage. Structured and delicious, the enveloping palate doles out raspberry compote, star anise, white pepper and the barest hint of truffle. Velvety tannins provide support. Drink 2027–2037." -Kerin O'Keefe