Castellani Chianti Classico Riserva 2019 750ml

Winemaker Notes

Deep ruby red. Rich with notes of cherries, plums, and iris. Deep cherry and leather flavors with subtle wood notes. Supple tannins, good acidity, and a lingering finish.

Perfect with flavorful roasts, pastas, and cheeses.

Professional Ratings

91 James Suckling
A juicy, berry-oriented Chianti Classico here showing some fine herbs, licorice, red berries and fresh plums to the nose. Medium-bodied on the palate with firm, fine-grained tannins and a tight, pretty succulent finish.
91 Wilfred Wong of Wine.com
Famiglia Castellani is one of Tuscany\’s most reliable producers. The 2019 Classico Riserva offers a smooth and delectable on the palate. This wine offers aromas and flavors of fragrant berries, light floral notes, and pleasant earth. Enjoy it with a well-seasoned roast leg of lamb. (Tasted: December 23, 2024, San Francisco, CA)