A compact and focused red with spiced cherries, raspberries, red licorice, iodine and crushed stones on the nose. Medium- to full-bodied with smoothly polished tannins framing the vivid fruit. Long and balanced. Drink or hold.
93 points, James Suckling (Jul 2025)
The 2022 Chianti Classico Riserva is classic Fèlsina to the core. A blast of dark plum, game, incense, licorice, tobacco, and scorched earth makes a strong opening statement. Bold and virile in bearing, the 2022 Riserva packs a pretty serious punch. I would give it a few years to soften, as the tannins are formidable today. This is impeccably done. There are many notable wines in this range, but for price, value, and accessibility, the Riserva is pretty hard to beat. The 2022 spent 18 months in 500-liter barrels.
92+ points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Jul 2025)
Smoky bacon fat overtones complement the cherry, bitter almond and sanguine flavors in this sinewy red. Feels open, yet with a firm grip of tannins in the end. Long, so give this a few more years in bottle. Best from 2028 through 2042. 4,200 cases made.
91 points, Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator (Sep 2025)
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