Chianti Classico Riserva Felsina 2017 (375ML)

92 Points, Monica Larner, Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate: “A rich and sultry expression of pure Sangiovese with dark fruit intensity and a beautiful contouring of spice, leather and tar. This wine hits the intensity nail on the head without the overt over-ripeness that we saw in many of its peers from this hot and dry vintage… I can enthusiastically recommend this authentic taste of Chianti Classico for near or medium-term drinking. The Riserva ages in large Slavonian oak casks for 12 months.” 8/20

93 Points, Antonio Galloni, VINOUS: “The 2017 Chianti Classico Riserva is a total knock-out. Sumptuous and enveloping, but with plenty of structure to support it all, the 2017 captures all the best elements of the house style. Succulent black cherry, worn-in leather, smoke, licorice and espresso all build in the glass as the 2017 shows off its curves. More than anything else, the 2017 is a wine of tremendous pleasure.” 9/20

93 Points, James Suckling: "Fresh and vivid for a 2017, due to the hot weather. It's full-bodied, tight and structured with wet earth, tobacco and fresh herbs. Dark fruit, too. Lot of flavorful. Serious red. Drink now." 7/20

95 Point, Luca Gardini, gardininotes.com: "Vigorous Riserva made with 100% of Sangiovese grapes, from vineyards located in Castelnuovo Berardenga. Aging period in Slavonian oak. Great spiciness on the nose, with pronounced balsamic trace, laurel and caper leaf. The mouth is mineral, round and easy drinkable."05/20