Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG
A rich, structured wine with a complex bouquet layered with aromas of ripe red cherries and violets, followed by notes of leather and white pepper. Fermented in stainless steel, the wine rests for 10 months before being transferred into French and American oak barrels where it aged for 12 months.
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2016
Decanter - 91 pts
Pure, deep and searching with multiple layers of bramble fruit, pomegranate, cherry and complex herbal notes; full, round and complete.
Decanter - 91 pts
Pure, deep and searching with multiple layers of bramble fruit, pomegranate, cherry and complex herbal notes; full, round and complete.
2015
Wine Spectator - 95
A fresh, detailed style, exhibiting cherry, black currant, licorice, leather and iron aromas and flavors. This firms up as the latent structure emerges on the finish, yet the lasting impression is of equilibrium and sweet, ripe fruit. Best from 2020 through 2038. 2,500 cases made.
2013
Wine Enthusiast - 89 pts
Enticing scents of rose, moist soil, plum, raspberry and dark spice meld together in the glass. The lively palate shows fleshy black cherry, mocha, vanilla and a licorice note alongside zesty acidity. Fine-grained tannins give it a polished finish.
Wine Spectator - 87 pts
A modern, oaky style, with ample spice, smoke and char notes framing the black cherry fruit. Stays juicy and fairly well-balanced in the end. Drink now through 2020.
2012
Wine Enthusiast - 90 pts
Cherry, rose, spice and chopped sage aromas come together on this round, savory wine. The juicy palate offers fleshy black cherry, raspberry, star anise and a coffee note set in a framework of polished tannins. Drink through 2018.
2010
Wine Enthusiast - 91 pts
The savory wine opens with aromas of violet, red rose, wet soil, woodland berries, and a whiff of Mediterranean herbs. The fresh, inviting palate doles out juicy dark cherry accented with hints of cracked black pepper, sage, and clove. It’s straightforward, balanced and enjoyable now but will drink well through 2017.
2009
Wine & Spirits - 92 pts - Best Buy
Casual and delicious, this matches dark, earthy notes of forest mushrooms with bright, sunny fruit. There’s a fennel and licorice-like spice to the finish, the tart fruit lasting through it with a red glow. Pour it with sausage and broccoli rabe over orecchietti.