Chianti Classico Riserva
CHIANTI CLASSICO
RISERVA
Castello di Meleteo,Vigna Casi 2016
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose offers power as well as a fine grain. It reveals notes of cassis, blackberry and small notes of wild red berries associated with very fine spices, Sichuan pepper and a discreet hint of liquorice / black olive (in the background). The palate is fruity, juicy, fresh, mineral, wellwell-balanced and offers a good definition, dynamism as well as an acidulous frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of crunchy / juicy red cherry, crunchy / juicy red berries and small notes of violet associated with a touch of juicy / crunchy cassis as well as very discreet hints of sweet spices. Good length.
Score : 15.5/20 (90-91/100)
Tenuta Casenuove 2016
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is fruity, a bit tight and offers concentration and a fine grain. It reveals notes of ripe cassis and small black fruits associated with a touch of wild raspberry, hints of local grove / sense of place as well as a very discreet hint of spices and cardamom. The palate is fruity, well-balanced, a bit tight and offers a juicy / finely acidulous frame, freshness, concentration as well as a fleshy / juicy / gourmand fruit. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fleshy cassis, fleshy raspberry and small notes of fleshy morello cherry associated with fine touches of Boysenberry, a hint of violet, sense of place and very discreet hints of chocolate / sweet spices. Tannins are well-built and elegant. Presence of a very discreet hint of cocoa and an imperceptibility of salinity on the persistence.
Score : 16/20 (92/100)
Castello di Meleto,Vigna Poggiarso 2016
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is fruity and offers a small indulgence, elegance and a certain harmony. It reveals notes of fleshy wild raspberry, fleshy / ripe cherry and small notes of ripe cassis associated with fine touches of violet as well as discreet hints of nutmeg, cardamom, black olive and a very discreet caramelized / toasted hint (in the background). The palate is fruity, juicy, well-balanced and offers an acidulous frame, tension, fine straightness / verticality, suavity / fat as well as gourmandize. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fleshy raspberry, fleshy strawberry and small notes of fleshy violet associated with fine touches of fleshy / juicy Boysenberry, a discreet hint of cornflower as well as very discreet hints of olive black, caramelized, chocolate and with an imperceptible hint of bitterness (in the background). Tannins are elegant.
Score : 15.75/20 (91-92/100)
Castello La Leccia – Giuliano 2015
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is fruity, racy and offers a small intensity, a fine grain as well as power. It reveals notes of Boysenberry, wild cassis and small notes of violet associated with touches of gray pepper, hints of local grove / rosemary as well as a very discreet hint of black olive (in the background) and licorice. The palate is fruity, well-balanced, tense and offers a juicy / fresh frame, minerality, a small richness as well as gourmandize. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fleshy / crushed cassis, fleshy Boysenberry and small notes of violet associated with touches of black olive, chocolate, fine caramelization / vanilla pod hints as well as a subtle hint of tea and rosemary (in the background). Tannins are fine and offer a fine straightness. Good length. The persistence is delicious, powerful and offers a very discreet hint of cocoa.
Score : 16+/20 (92-93/100)
Lecci e Brocchi – Il Chiorba 2015
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose offers power, concentration as well as a very fine and discreetly tight grain. It reveals notes of cassis and small wild black fruits associated with fine touches of wild strawberry, fine hints of gray / Cuben pepper as well as a subtle hint of black olive and a very discreet hint of camphor. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers a juicy / slightly acidulous frame, minerality, precision, fine straightness as well as dynamism. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fleshy / juicy red cherry, fleshy / juicy wild raspberry and small notes of juicy cassis associated with fine hints of crunchy / juicy blackberry, discreet hints of fresh flowers, black olive as well a very fine hints of cocoa, a sense of place, a very discreet hint of spice and an imperceptible hint of tonka bean (in the background). Tannins are elegant and racy. Good length. A very discreet touch of caramelization on the aftertaste.
Score : 16.25/20 (92-93/100)
Carpineto 2016
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is fruity, powerful, elegant and offers concentration. It reveals notes of wild cassis and wild berries associated with touches of fleshy Bigarreau cherry as well as very fine hints of violet, iris, Sichuan pepper and spices. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers a mineral / slightly acidulous frame, gourmandize, a fine fat, tension as well as a fine straightness. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fleshy / juicy cassis, fleshy / juicy black cherry and small notes of violet associated with fine touches of raspberry, a discreet hint of iris as well as very discreet hints of chocolate / cocoa, graphite, camphor and a hint of bitterness (in the background). Good length.
Score : 15.75/20 (91-92/100)
Fattoria di Corsignano 2015
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is fruity, aromatic and offers deliciousness. It reveals notes of fleshy strawberry, Boysenberry and more light caramelization associated with fine touches of violet, fleshy raspberry as well as discreet hints of tonka bean, docile spices and a very discreet hint vanilla pod (in the background). The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers tension, fine straightness, an acidulous frame as well as fat. On the palate this wine expresses notes of blackberry, fleshy wild cassis and small notes of small red fruits associated with discreet hints of violet, tonka bean, Cuben pepper and a discreet hint of olive / racy minerality. Tannins are well-built.
Score : 15.25/20 (90/100)
Le Regge 2016
Chianti Classico Riserva
The wine needs to be put in carafe. It reveals notes of small wild berries, cassis and small notes of lilac / iris associated with fine touches of ripe red berries, morello cherry associated with hints of local grove / sense of place as well as very discreet hints of gray pepper, roasted and a subtle hint of licorice stick. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers a mineral / slightly acidulous frame, a small juiciness, a fine straightness, a fine freshness as well as a certain tension. On the palate this wine expresses notes of morello cherry, ripe / juicy cassis and small notes of violet associated with fine touches of iris / small flowers, mocha hints, caramelization as well as discreet hints of dried black olive, cherry pit and sense of place. Presence of a very discreet hint of toast, bitterness and toasted cocoa / hazelnut on the persistence.
Score : 15+/20 (89-90/100)
Frescobaldi, Tenuta Perano 2016
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is fruity, quite aromatic and offers a fine concentration. It reveals notes of fleshy raspberry, fleshy redcurrants and small notes of fleshy blackberry associated with fine touches of cornflower, crushed blueberry as well as a discreet hint of nutmeg. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers a juicy / acidulous frame, a beautiful guideline as well as dynamism. On the palate this wine expresses notes of juicy / acidulous raspberry, juicy / acidulous cherry and small notes of blueberry associated with fine touches of cornflower, lilac as well as fine nutmeg, spicy and very discreet hints of tonka bean. Good length.
Score : 15.5/20 (90-91/100)
Villa Le Corti, Cortevecchia 2016
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is fruity, finely tight and offers a fine power as well as a small concentration. It reveals notes of cassis, blackberry and small notes of wild berries associated with fine touches of wild raspberry, violet, fine hints of local grove / olive tree as well as discreet hints of pepper and spices. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers a juicy / acidulous frame, a fine suavitué, dynamism, a fine freshness as well as tension. On the palate this wine
expresses notes of wild raspberry, juicy / crunchy cassis and small notes of small crunchy red berries as well as fine touches of juicy / crunchy blackberry as well as a hint of flowers, local grove, cardamom and a discreet hint of tonka bean. Good length.
Score : 15.5/20 (90-91/100)
Castello Monterinaldi 2016
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is aromatic, racy and offers a fine complexity, a fine power and a fine grain. It reveals there notes of wild blackberry, wild strawberry and small notes of violet associated with touches of sense of place, olive tree as well as fine hints of small blue berries and a subtle hint of nutmeg. The mouth is fruity and offers juiciness, gourmandize, a fine juicy / acidulous frame as well as tension. On the palate this wine expresses notes of crunchy blackberry, juicy / fleshy cassis and small notes of juicy / fleshy wild strawberry associated with fine touches of violet, juicy blueberry, a subtle hint of liquorice as well as discreet hints of vanilla, toasted and a very discreet hint of toasted almond. Good length. Presence of an imperceptible hint of tonka bean on the persistence.
Score : 16/20 (92/100)
Casa Sola 2016
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is fruity, finely tight and offers a small freshness as well as a fine concentration. It reveals notes of blackberry, cassis and small wild berries associated with a touch of olive tree / local grove as well as a hint of dried rose, leather and a discreet hint of spice. The palate is fruity and offers juiciness, fat, a fine roundness, a juicy / acidulous frame as well as tension. On the palate this wine expresses notes of crunchy / juicy cassis, crunchy / juicy blackberry and small notes of violet associated with fine touches of crunchy raspberry, fine hints of colas / zan, black olive as well as discreet hints of olive tree / thick tobacco grove / spices. Tannins are structuring.
Score : 15.25/20 (90/100)
La Castellina – Squarcialupi 2015
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is tight. The wine needs to be put in a carafe. It reveals notes of blackberry, pepper and small notes of spices associated with fine touches of leather. The mouth is fruity, fat and offers juiciness, a fine freshness, straightness, a small concentration as well as a fresh / mineral frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of crushed raspberry, fleshy blackberry and small notes of crushed small red fruits associated with fine hints of violet, nutmeg, cardamom, spices and a very discreet hint of dried tobacco (in background).
Score :14.5+/20 (88/100)
Badia a Coltibuono, Cultus Boni 2016
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is fruity, well-conducted and offers a fine freshness, a small concentration as well as elegance. It reveals notes of crushed cassis, fleshy blackberry and small notes of strawberries seasoned with a touch of cornflower, blueberry, a hint of lilac as well as very fine hints of sweet spices, vanilla, tea and black olive. The mouth is fruity, well-balanced, well conducted and offers a juicy / acidulous frame, a juicy / crunchy fruit, good definition, gourmandize, a fine grain as well as a fine tension. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fleshy / juicy red cherry, fleshy / juicy raspberry and small notes of cassis associated with a touch of juicy blueberry, fine hints of violet, tonka bean / cocoa as well as a subtle bitterness, olive tree and an imperceptible hint of coffee (in the background). Good length.
Score : 16+/20 (92-93/100)
Vigneti La Selvanella 2015
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose offers a small power as well as a fine intensity. The wine needs to be put in a carafe. It reveals notes of blackberry, violet and small notes of crunchy blueberry associated with a touch of crunchy raspberry as well as discreet hints of nutmeg and spices. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers a juicy / acidulous frame, suavity, a fine delicacy as well as a beautiful fleshy / juicy / ripe fruit. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fleshy / juicy blueberry, fleshy blackberry / juicy and small notes of strawberry / juicy red berries associated with fine touches of violet, cornflower, a hint of black olive as well as fine nutmeg, sweet spices and a very fine hint of mocha (in the background).
Score : 16.25/20 (92-93/100)
Castellinuzza 2015
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose offers a fine intensity as well as a fine freshness. It reveals notes of fresh raspberry, lilac and small notes of fresh local grove associated with a hint of olive tree as well as fine hints of red fruit and a discreet hint of Cuben pepper. The mouth is fresh, mineral and offers a fine acidulous frame as well as good tension. On the palate this wine expresses notes of crunchy cherry, crunchy red berries and lighter notes of fresh violet associated with fine touches of local grove / olive tree and very fine hints of sweet spices. Presence of very discreet hints of toasted hazelnut on the persistence.
Score : 14.75/20 (88-89/100)
Cavaliere d’Oro, Castello di Gabbiano 2016
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is fruity and offers concentration as well as a beautiful ripe / fresh fruit. It reveals there notes of fleshy blackberry, fleshy / juicy raspberry and small notes of fleshy / juicy blueberry associated with a fine touch of black olive, nutmeg as well as very discreet hints of spices. The palate is fruity, juicy, well-balanced and offers a juicy / finely acidulous frame, gourmandize, good definition, good freshness as well as suavity. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fleshy / juicy blackberry, fleshy / juicy raspberry and small notes of fleshy / juicy blueberry associated with a hint of small fleshy / juicy red berries as well as fine caramelization, nutmeg, black olive and a subtle hint of zan. Tannins are precise and structuring. Presence of a very discreet hint of coffee on the persistence.
Score : 16.25+/20 (93/100)
Terra di Seta 2015
Chianti Classico Riserva
(Organic) The nose is fruity and offers a very fine intensity as well as a certain purity of the fruit. It reveals notes of blackberry, wild strawberry and small notes of wild berries associated with touches of gray pepper, sense of place / local grove as well as a very discreet hint of caramelization / light tobacco. The fruity, well-balanced palate offers an acidulous frame, good definition, tension, precision, fine freshness, roundness and good structure. In the mouth this wine expresses notes of crunchy red cherry, juicy / crunchy wild raspberry and small notes of violet associated with touches of wild berries, sense of place as well as a subtle hint of nutmeg, spices and very discreet chocolate hints (in the background).
Score : 15.5/20 (90-91/100)
ClementeVII 2015
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is fruity, aromatic and offers a fine concentration, a fine grain as well as a fine complexity. It reveals notes of blackberries, small flowers / cornflower and small notes of blue berries associated with fine touches of cassis, graphite as well as discreet hints of pepper and a subtle hint of garrigue. The wine needs to be put in a carafe. The palate is fruity, well-balanced, very discreetly tight and offers a juicy / very slightly acidulous frame, tension, a fine freshness as well as a beautiful finesse of fat. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fleshy blackberry, fleshy cassis and small notes of cornflower / olive tree associated with fine touches of black cherry, small blue fruits as well as subtle hint of laurel / sense of place. Tannins are structuring. Good length. Presence of very discreet hints of cocoa / roasting / almond on the finish / persistence.
Score : 15/20 (89-90/100)
Istine, Le Vigne 2016
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is fruity, delicious and offers elegance, generosity and fine intensity. It reveals notes of fleshy raspberry, violet / lily and small notes of Boysenberry associated with small touches of cassis, Timut pepper as well as fine hints of nutmeg and sweet spices. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers a juicy / finely acidulous frame, a good definition, gourmandize, freshness, dynamism as well as a good guideline. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fleshy / juicy cassis, fleshy / juicy raspberry and small notes of Boysenberry, small fleshy / juicy red berries associated with fine touches of flowers, a subtle hint of sense of place. / arbutus as well as very discreet toasted and nutmeg hints. Good length. Presence of very discreet / imperceptible hints of tonka bean on the finish / persistence.
Score : 16/20 (92/100)
Quercia Al Poggio 2016
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is aromatic and offers complexity as well as a small intensity. It contains notes of blackberry, small wild red and small notes of scrubland associated with small fruits, black olive and a fine hint of vanilla, nutmeg and spices. The palate is fresh, fruity, mineral, well-balanced and offers fat, a mineral frame, juiciness and tension. In the mouth this wine expresses notes of fleshy blackberry / fresh, crunchy wild raspberry and small notes of violet associated with touches of garrigue / black olive as well as small hints of cassis, dried tobacco, nutmeg and a subtle hint of clove. Tannins are well-built and structured, precise and very discreetly tight. Good length. Presence of an imperceptible hint of cocoa and dried almond on the finish / persistence.
Score : 16/20 (92/100)
Rocca delle Macìe 2016
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is fresh and offers a fine concentration as well as a fine and discreetly tight grain. It reveals notes of wild blackberries, fleshy strawberries and small notes of violet
associated with touches of Sichuan pepper, tea, olive tree / sense of place as well as a discreet hint of spice. The mouth is mineral, well-balanced and offers a fine fat, a mineral frame as well as a linear side. On the palate this wine expresses notes of raspberry, fresh blackberry and small notes of black olive associated with small touches of olive tree / sage, minerality as well as very discreet hints of blond tobacco and spices.
Score : 14.5+/20 (88/100)
Bonacchi 2016
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is fruity, a bit tight and gourmand. The wine needs to be put in a carafe. It reveals notes of blackberry, crushed strawberry and small notes of small crushed black berries associated with fine touches of flowers, rosemary and hints of sweet spices. The mouth is fruity, well-balanced and offers minerality / mineral structure, dynamism as well as a linear side. In the mouth this wine expresses notes of fresh blackberry, fresh raspberry and small notes of violet associated with touches of minerality as well as a touch of rosemary and spices.
Score : 14.5+/20 (88/100)
Vallepicciola 2016
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is aromatic and offers a fine richness as well as a very fine power. It reveals notes of crushed strawberry, blueberry and lighter vanilla associated with small touches of plum as well as fine hints of toasted, toasted almonds and an imperceptible hint of sage (in the background). The mouth is mineral, well-balanced and offers a very fine juiciness, a minerality frame, freshness, fat, a small roundness as well as a fine delicacy. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fresh raspberry, fresh blackberry and small notes of fresh flowers associated with small touches of minerality as well as hints of toasted, tonka bean and a discreet hint of sage / olive tree. Good length.
Score : 14.75+/20 (89/100)
Rocca delle Macìe, Sergioveto 2015
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is fruity and offers a small concentration as well as a very fine power. It reveals notes of raspberry, red berries and cassis associated with touches of cherry, cherry blossoms, violet as well as fine nutmeg and a discreet hint of black pepper. The mouth is fruity, mineral, well-balanced, finely tight and offers a juicy / slightly acidulous frame, fat, a small tension as well as freshness. In the mouth this wine expresses notes of fleshy / juicy red cherry, fleshy / juicy red berries and small notes of violet associated with small touches of cherry blossoms, crushed cassis, a subtle hint of garrigue / olive tree as well as very discreet hints of sweet spices, nutmeg and almonds. Presence of a very discreet caramel touch on persistence.
Score : 14.75+/20 (89/100)
Castagnoli, Terrazze 2015
Chianti Classico Riserva
(Organic) The nose is fruity and offers power and a small peppery side. It reveals notes of raspberry, balsamic and small wheel berries associated with fine touches of violet, hints of camphor, black pepper as well as a discreet hint of black olive and caramelization. The palate is fresh, fruity and offers a very fine tension, a fine acidulous frame, a small fat, suavity and a racy minerality. In the mouth this wine expresses notes of fresh cherry, small fresh red berries and small notes of balsamic flavored with a touch of cassis, a subtle hint of plum, black olive, caramelization as well as a very discreet hint sweet spices, tea, rosemary and pepper. Tannins are wellbuilt. Good length. Presence of very fine caramelization and vanilla hints on the persistence.
Score : 14.75+/20 (89/100)
Castelvecchi – Lodolaio 2015
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is fruity and offers a fine power as well as a small aerial side. It reveals notes of red berries, vanilla and crushed blueberry associated with small touches of strawberry, touches of toasted, black olive as well as hints of gray pepper and very discreet hints of garrigue. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers finesse as well as a fine acidulous frame. On the palate, this wine expresses notes of Bigarreau cherry, cassis and, small notes of, small red berries associated with fine touches of wild raspberry, fine hints of olive tree as well as discreet hints of spices and very discreet toasted / caramelized hints (in the background). Tannins are structuring. Palatability on the finish.
Score : 15/20 (89-90/100)
Castagnoli, Terrazze 2016
Chianti Classico Riserva
(Organic) The nose offers power as well as concentration. It reveals notes of cherry, violet, garrigue and small notes of balsamic associated with a subtle hint of tea and fine hints of gray pepper. The mouth is fruity, mineral, well-balanced and offers fat, a fine acidulous frame, freshness as well as a very discreet almost saline hint (in the background). On the palate this wine expresses notes of blackberry, fleshy strawberry and small notes of redcurrants associated with touches of balsamic, cherry blossoms as well as a subtle hint of gray pepper and garrigue (in the background). Tannins are very discreetly marked. Good length. Presence of an imperceptible hint of ripe almond on the persistence.
Score : 14.75+/20 (89/100)
Querciavalle 2015
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is well defined and offers a fine grain as well as harmony. It reveals notes of crushed raspberry, crushed wild redcurrants and small notes of violet associated with touches of Sichuan pepper, olive tree, black olive, tea as well as a very discreet hint of clove. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers minerality / a mineral frame, a fine tension, fat as well as a fine freshness. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fresh blackberries, fresh raspberries and small notes of fresh violet, fresh rose associated with touches of black cherry, black olive as well as hints of tea and an imperceptible hint of clove. Tannins are precise. Presence of a very discreet touch of chocolate on the finish / persistence. Taste and a discreet hint of caramelized almond on the persistence.
Score : 15/20 (89-90/100)
Vigneti La Selvanella 2014
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose offers a fine concentration, a small power, a fine grain, harmony, good definition as well as tension. It reveals notes of small wild berries, violet and Cuben pepper associated with touches of lily as well as subtle hints of vanilla, almond, vanilla flowers and black olive. The mouth is fruity, well-balanced, fresh and offers a good definition, gourmandize, a good definition of the fruit, an aerial side as well as a beautiful finesse of the grain. On the palate this wine expresses notes of juicy blackberries, juicy raspberries and small notes of juicy plums combined with a touch of vanilla, caramelized almonds and discreet hints of black olive, tea, liquorice, of chocolate and a very discreet hint of olive tree. Tannins are well-built and elegant.
Score : 16.25+/20 (93/100)
Mangiacane 2015
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is fruity and offers a fine concentration, harmony and a beautiful fruit. It reveals notes of wild strawberry, fleshy wild redcurrants and small notes of plum associated with small touches of rose / violet as well as fine hints of Sichuan pepper, liquorice and a discreet hint of fresh leather (in the background). The mouth is fruity, well-balanced, mineral and offers a juicy / finely acidulous frame, a beautiful racy minerality as well as a good guideline. On the palate this wine expresses notes of wild strawberry, fresh / acidulous redcurrants and small notes of blackberry associated with small touches of violet, a hint of plum as well as discreet hints of garrigue, liquorice and discreet hint of fresh leather (in the background). Presence of a very discreet hint of toasted and hazelnut on the finish / persistence.
Score : 16.25/20 (92-93/100)
Badia a Coltibuono 2016
Chianti Classico Riserva
The nose is fruity, delicious and offers a fine richness and a very fine intensity. It reveals notes of strawberry, redcurrants and small notes of blackberry associated with touches of Cuben pepper, cassis, balsamic, fine hints of liquorice as well as an imperceptible hint of nutmeg, vanilla, black olive and rosemary. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers a juicy / acidulous frame, good definition, minerality and tension. In the mouth this wine expresses notes of cassis, cherry and small notes of raspberry associated with touches of small crushed red berries, rosemary, roasted thyme as well as a subtle hint of Cuben pepper, nutmeg and black olive. Good length and good persistence.
Score : 16.25/20 (92-93/100)
Casaloste 2016
Chianti Classico Riserva
(Organic) The nose offers delicacy, a small richness, a fine intensity and a fine grain. It reveals notes of blackberry, crushed cassis and small notes of tonka bean associated with a touch of crushed blueberry, camphor, black olive as well as a hint of spice. The palate is fruity, well-balanced, elegant and offers a fine acidulous / juicy frame, a beautiful finesse of grain, structure, dynamism, freshness, juiciness as well as a small indulgence. On the palate this wine expresses notes of ripe flesh, fleshy redcurrants and small notes of fleshy cherry associated with small touches of violet, tonka bean, nutmeg as well as fine hints of cedar wood. Tannins are elegant and structuring. Very discreet hints of dark chocolate and hazelnut on the finish / persistence.
Score : 16.5/20 (93/100)