Badia a Coltibuono Chianti Classico 2018

93 points Wine Spectator: "Though ripe and lush, this is also dense, with pointed tannins giving a physical sensation and lifting the cherry, strawberry and floral flavors. Finds a nice youthful equilibrium in the end, where mouthwatering acidity roams. Best from 2023 through 2038. Smart Buys. (10/31/21)"

92 points Wine Enthusiast: "Fresh and fragrant, this has vinous aromas of red berry, blue flower and dark culinary spice. The bright savory palate doles out crushed raspberry, red cherry and baking spice alongside vibrant acidity and taut polished tannins. Alcohol 13.5%. (Nov 2020)"

91 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2018 Chianti Classico is a very pretty, enticing wine. Crushed flowers, sweet red cherry, pipe tobacco, cedar and mint all grace this exquisite, ethereal Chianti Classico from Coltibuono. All the elements simply fall into place effortlessly. Silky tannins round things out in style. This is such a beguiling Chianti Classico. Drink: 2020-2032. (Sep 2020)"

91 points James Suckling: "A fresh, delicate Chianti Classico showing lots of typical character and brightness with orange-peel and bark undertones. Light to medium body, light tannins and a delicious, crisp finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink now. (7/14/21)"

91 points Wine & Spirits: "Roberto Stucchi Prinetti makes this wine with fruit from the estate’s vineyards in Gaiole and Castelnuovo Berardenga, fermenting on native yeasts and aging the wine in a mix of French and Austrian oak casks. It opens with fresh scents of roses and violets evocative of the moderate 2018 growing season. Those appealing aromas lead into flavors of juicy red cherry and raspberry brightened by notes of orange zest. It’s an excellent value and a mouthwatering wine for the dinner table. (Apr 2021)"