2019 Basilica Cafaggio Chianti Classico Riserva (750ml)

Sangiovese from Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy

93D

91WE

Boasting six centuries of grape growing, the Cafaggio estate has passed through numerous ownerships. The latest, as of 2016, is Italian financial company, ISA, who have kept on renowned enologist Attilio Pagli who has been consulting here since 2005. Recent tastings confirm the positive direction, including this 2019 Riserva. It is so classically Panzano, with deep cherry, earthy forest undergrowth and sunbaked stone. The structure is confidently commanding yet balanced, the restrained wood well integrated. Full yet refreshing, this won’t last long at the dinner table.

93 points, Michaela Morris, Decanter (Feb 2023)

Cherries, raspberries and chocolate are contrasted with metallic, earthy notes of pencil shavings and soil on the nose, with the graphite aromas providing a through line to a palate that's almost quartz-like with salty, acidic notes and the snap of fresh cherry skin.

91 points, Danielle Callegari, Wine Enthusiast (Sep 2023)

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