Megha Jandhyala, S.J.D

Oak flavours of vanilla, cinnamon, and cardamom encase a core of red fruit, both fresh and dried here. Dried herbs...

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David Lawrason

This Riserva is entering prime time, with maturing complexity and some elegance. But there is not a lot of flavour...

John Szabo, MS

A lighter style Riserva from the fine 2019 vintage here, with soft, gentle tannins and ripe-balanced acids - there...

Michael Godel

From the Castellani family (in Pondetera near Pisa), also owners of the small Campomaggio estate in Radda in Chianti....

Jason Solanki

Mainly Sangiovese, this has a medium+ to medium-high intensity nose of ripe red cherry and clove aromas alongside some sweet spices, macerated cherry, and savoury earth tones in a slightly mature profile. The medium+ bodied palate is dry with lovely cherry and savoury earth flavours supported by smooth, well-integrated tannins. The mid-palate is a touch spicy with very good acidity. A touch warming, but still within balance, while earthy and savoury oak notes linger on the long-lasting finish. Tasted Aug. 2025.

Jason LeBlanc

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Castellani Chianti Classico Riserva 2019