A supple, fluid red marked by flavors of macerated cherry, raspberry and boysenberry. Well-structured, with flashes of graphite and tobacco as this builds to the long, compact finish. All the components are there, this just needs time. Sangiovese and Merlot. Best from 2025 through 2042. 6,100 cases made, 4,453 cases imported.
94 points, Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator (Oct 2023)
#24 - Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2023
Aromas of cherry chocolate, dried orange peel, rose petals and nutmeg on the nose, following through to a medium body with crunchy tannins and polished texture. Hints of fresh cherries and dried flowers with crushed stone character at the end. Drink or hold.
93 points, James Suckling (Jul 2023)
Magenta with a tinge of purple, the 2020 Chianti Classico Riserva offers a darker mineral profile in its notes of graphite, blackberry, lavender, and sweet sage. Full-bodied, it has wonderful length, and its more primary fruit profile weaves seamlessly through its mineral-tinged backbone and mouthwatering finish. Although it’s not a bright wine in terms of its acidity, it’s certainly fresh and is a very attractive wine from this vintage with the potential to cruise over the next 10- 12 years.
92 points, Audrey Frick, Jeb Dunnuck (Jan 2024)
From the warmer, south-facing sites of the Castelnuovo Berardenga-based estate, this Riserva spends 12 months in small French oak and includes 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, which together lend coffee and intense dark fruits to the fragrant fresh and dried cherries courtesy of the Sangiovese. A herbal note combines with soft, chalky tannins and good acidity, with licks of wood, cream and zingy raspberry on the long finish. Still quite closed, this would benefit from a bit more time before opening.
92 points, James Button, Decanter (May 2024)
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