This Riserva, which is only produced in the very best vintages, comes from Gaiole in Chianti from vines planted in 1971. The fact that Riecine chose 2017 as the Riserva vintage emphasizes the immense quality of the undertaking. Because the winery only publishes this wine in the very best vintages.
Reviews:
98 points, Luca Gardini
“All the skills of the Riecine winery summarized in this Riserva that impresses, as usual, for the balance and the resounding intensity of its fruit. On the nose, raspberries, and blueberries. Both fresh and deep. Juicy and intense beginning in the mouth with perfectly balanced tannins.”
17 points, JancisRobinson.com
“Lustrous mid ruby. Lush cherry fruit with a subtle tangy vein. Quite dramatic and fruit-driven, for now, but with lots of potential. Drink now-2030.”
92 points, The Wine Advocate
“This is a terrific expression from Gaiole in Chianti. The Riecine 2017 Chianti Classico Riserva is layered, complex, and rich with dark primary fruit, dried cherry, spice, leather, and tilled soil. This is a thickly textured and enriched wine with lots of emphasis on texture, structure, and finish. You can confidently trot this one out for your next steak barbecue party. Drink now-2028.“