2021 Chianti Classico Riserva
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In the bottle with the copper-colored wax capsule, the organic Riecine 2021 Chianti Classico Riserva shows rich or almost crunchy red fruit. The wine is lifted up considerably in terms of mouthfeel thanks to its medium weight and silky tannins. There is a slight rigidity to this wine that serves it well now, especially if served across from red meat, and that will also carry it forward for modest cellar aging. Riecine is one of the most representative estates in the Gaiole subzone.
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Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The 2021 Chianti Classico Riserva is a dark, brooding wine, Morello cherry, spice, leather, tobacco, menthol, licorice and dried herbs are all amplified in this strapping, potent Gaiole Riserva. Bright mineral notes wrap it all together in style, Give this a year or two to come together.
Gaiole. 100% Sangiovese. Certified organic. Youthful crimson. A beautiful, minerally, stony nose with notes of leather and brooding fruit. Sappy, compact fruit palate filled out with finely chiselled tannins. A hugely appealing whole that deserves much more time. (WS)