Castello di Volpaia 2021 Chianti Classico Riserva

95pts Wine Spectator, 94 Vinous, 93 Wine Advocate, 93 Suckling, 93 Decanter

Unanimous praise from the world’s top wine critics marks the 2021 Castello di Volpaia Chianti Classico Riserva as one of the standout wines of a spectacular vintage—and one of the best values in premium Tuscan reds. Sourced from organically farmed vineyards in Radda at elevations between 400 and 600 meters, this 100% Sangiovese Riserva delivers remarkable finesse and aromatic lift.

On the nose, it offers a beautifully complex bouquet of sweet and dark cherries, pomegranate, and red plums, which are intricately layered with savory notes of damp earth, leather, licorice, and a touch of wild herbs and cracked pepper. The palate is vibrant and balanced, with a lively acidity that brightens a core of ripe red berries and earthy undertones.Structured by firm yet smooth tannins, the wine has a poised, mid-weight feel and a long, energetic finish that highlights its mineral and spice accents.This is a sophisticated and authentic Chianti that, while approachable now, has the structure to evolve beautifully over the next decade.

750ml