Castellani

Riserva Chianti Classico Sangiovese

8.8113 ratings
8.77 pro ratings
Chianti Classico, Chianti, Tuscany, Italy
Sangiovese
Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Beef, Venison, White Rice, Potato, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Pasta, Herbs, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Pungent Cheese, Chicken, Salami & Prosciutto, Soft Cheese, Duck, Tomato-Based, Pork, Chili & Hot Spicy, Lamb, Turkey, Onion, Shallot, Garlic
Top Notes For
Ken Z
9.2

Drank 7/20/21.

On the nose scents of black cherry are accompanied by clove, flowers, and some tar. Flavors of black cherry and earth are backed by medium, well integrated tannins, making this extremely light in the palate and easy to drink. Finishes with black cherry and cocoa.

4/21/9/5/3 + 50 = 92 pts.

A fantastic value.

Drank 7/20/21.

On the nose scents of black cherry are accompanied by clove, flowers, and some tar. Flavors of black cherry and earth are backed by medium, well integrated tannins, making this extremely light in the palate and easy to drink. Finishes with black cherry and cocoa.

4/21/9/5/3 + 50 = 92 pts.

A fantastic value.

Jul 20th, 2021
Pierre Costa

Classic Chianti Classico

Classic Chianti Classico

Sep 22nd, 2018
Ray Vanderhoff

Licorice and raspberry. A little harsh right out of the bottle, so needs some decant time to soften. Good structure and long finish. Just be patient with this one.

Licorice and raspberry. A little harsh right out of the bottle, so needs some decant time to soften. Good structure and long finish. Just be patient with this one.

1 person found it helpfulDec 1st, 2018
Ron McGoogan

Excellent taste, black licorice, black and raspberry notes, the only thing missing is a heavier body, but very good for the price.

Excellent taste, black licorice, black and raspberry notes, the only thing missing is a heavier body, but very good for the price.

1 person found it helpfulMay 6th, 2018
Christina Downie

Christina had this 10 years ago

Christina had this 10 years ago

1 person found it helpfulDec 14th, 2014
David Tropiano

David had this 10 years ago

David had this 10 years ago

1 person found it helpfulNov 9th, 2014
Ray Vanderhoff

Another consistent vintage. Bright garnet color with a ruby core. Red and black berry fruit aromas and flavors with hints of savory spices and dried herbs. Medium-bodied and well integrated tannins. A touch sour and acidic. Best with food. Thanks for sharing, Chris B!

Another consistent vintage. Bright garnet color with a ruby core. Red and black berry fruit aromas and flavors with hints of savory spices and dried herbs. Medium-bodied and well integrated tannins. A touch sour and acidic. Best with food. Thanks for sharing, Chris B!

Oct 20th, 2024
Walter Fahr

Very smooth at 7 years. Nice balance and pairs well with Italian food such as Marsala and Lasagna. Drank November 2023.

Very smooth at 7 years. Nice balance and pairs well with Italian food such as Marsala and Lasagna. Drank November 2023.

Nov 3rd, 2023
Phil Manuel

Great pizza wine or with a dish of macaroni and red sauce.

Great pizza wine or with a dish of macaroni and red sauce.

May 5th, 2023
Michael Amoruso

Excellent value Chianti. Dark fruits, tar, faint cherry licorice. Good acidity.

Excellent value Chianti. Dark fruits, tar, faint cherry licorice. Good acidity.

Apr 16th, 2023