2019 Querciabella - Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG

Decanter.com – 94 pts – MM: *Querciabella’s Riserva is a selection of the best lots from the estate’s various high-altitude plots in Greve, Radda and Gaiole. The 2019 harvest was protracted, lasting from 19 September to 17 October. Upfront coffee and mocha permeate dark red cherry, while garnishes of rosemary and sage emerge with coaxing. The palate is confidently weighted yet agile, with beautiful fruit purity of black raspberry ringing out. Suave tannins stretch out leisurely, and the fine-grained frame will provide poised support for the next 10 years.* - 02/2023

WeinWisser – 17,5/20 pts - AG: *Auch hier mit dem typischen, den Charme betonenden Hausstil, neben den Aromen nach Kirsche, Vogelbeeren und Hagebutte am Gaumen animierend, samtig und rund.* - 06/2023

JancisRobinson.com – 18/20pts – WS: *Greve. 100% Sangovese. Certified organic. Deep, lustrous ruby. Captivating, deep sour-cherry and raspberry nose that is still quite youthful. Beautiful intensity of fruit and with a whisper of oak. Suave, tangy, deep raspberry fruit with gorgeous, chewy tannins that stick to the fruit. In for the long haul. Stunning balance between gripping, ripe tannins and deep, tangy fruit.* - 02/2023

Vinous.com – 92+ pts – AG: *The 2019 Chianti Classico Riserva is a terrific wine made from vineyards in Greve, Radda and Gaiole. Dark and powerful in the glass, the 2019 offers up dark-toned fruit, spice, leather, savory herbs, tobacco and earthy notes. I would give it a few years to soften.* - 06/2022