A Refined Chianti Classico Riserva from Vallepicciola in Castelnuovo Berardenga, combining the freshness and structure of Sangiovese with the depth expected of a Tuscan Riserva. The 2021 vintage shows dark and red fruit, floral and savoury complexity, bright acidity and composed tannins, with 94-point acclaim from Raffaele Vecchione.
The wine is based on Sangiovese and matured in French oak, building complexity while retaining the freshness, savoury character and structural definition of Chianti Classico.
94 Points — Raffaele Vecchione, WinesCritic.com
“Prugne nere, susine, sandalo, frutto della passione, fragole, mandorle tritate e giacinto.”
Tasted March 2025
James Suckling
“An earthy wine full of floral aromas, showing fresh violets and roses, black cherries and plums. Soft and smooth on the attack despite almost zesty acidity.”
Tasted March 2025
90 Points — Falstaff
“Dark ruby-red core with brightening on the rim. Medium intensity on the nose, hints of dark chocolate and black cherry, leather and iron.”
Tasted October 2025
Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese.
Region: Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy (Castelnuovo Berardenga).
Vinification: Alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled cement vats with 15 days of maceration, followed by malolactic fermentation in large, used French oak barrels.
Aging: Aged for approximately 24 months in barriques (20% first-passage, 80% second-passage), plus an additional 6 months of bottle aging before release.
Alcohol: 14%.
Appearance: Intense, vibrant ruby red.
Nose: Complex aromas of fresh flowers and ripe fruit, underscored by a signature note of black pepper.
Palate: Elegant flavors of blackberry and black cherry jam, balanced by bright natural acidity, fine structure, and silky tannins.
Pairs naturally with traditional Florentine steak, grilled meats, game, and mature or long-aged cheeses.
