Chianti Classico Castellare di Castellina 2019 (750ML)

93 Points, Zachys Buying Team: “Castellare continues its hot streak with another incredible value. 2019 opens up with a classic nose of red fruits, wildflowers, and forest aromas. The palate starts with fresh, pure red fruit notes, then flows into a long and persistent medium-weight finish thanks to lingering tannins. A great wine now and will continue to age nicely. You get a lot of wine for the money! Kudos to Alessandro Cellai and Paolo Panerai for yet another example of exceptional winemaking at affordable pricing.”

92 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous: "Castellare's 2019 Chianti Classico is a terrific introduction to this range. Bright and beautifully perfumed, with lovely energy, the 2019 is all classy. Crushed flowers, bright acids and cedar lift a core of red berry fruit. The 2019 is vibrant, deep and full of character. I loved it." 9/21

92 Points, Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator: "Aromas of graphite and eucalyptus are distinctive, giving way to a core of ripe, juicy black cherry, black currant, tar and tobacco flavors. Firm yet balanced in a youthful, exuberant way, with a lingering finish of both fruit and balsamic notes. Sangioveto and Canaiolo. Best from 2022 through 2030. 15,000 cases made, 6,000 cases imported." 10/21

93+ points, Luca Gardini, Gardini Notes: "One of the bearers of the denomination, a blend of Sangiovese and Canaiolo that embodies the essence of Classico. The nose displays scents of small red fruits, raspberry and pomegranate, ending on delicate floral hints of violets. The sip is dense and thick, with iodized tannins and a fruity-floral aftertaste."