96 points James Suckling: "This is a very subtly played Chianti Classico Riserva that opens to reveal brambleberries, dried orange peel, vanilla, tobacco, cedar, spice box and grilled meats. Very structured on the palate with loads of firm tannins, coated with generous fruit and refreshened by cutting acidity. Drink from 2023. (11/7/19)"
93 points Bruce Sanderson (Wine Spectator): "Focused in both the aromas and flavors, with an intense shaft of cherry shaded by mineral, woodsy underbrush and spice notes. Complex and well-defined, showing a solid structure to ensure future evolution. Offers excellent balance and length. Best from 2024 through 2042. 5,000 cases made, 200 cases imported. (5/31/22)"
92 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "This is a full and generous expression with dark fruit, dried blackberry, spice and lightly toasted nut. The 2016 Chianti Classico Riserva Berardo is a classic mid-weight Tuscan red with lots of pretty freshness and firm tannins that are not at all astringent or bitter. I'm finding that some of these wines from Castello di Bossi are a bit clipped, hallow or short on the finish. That is the case here. Open it alongside an amatriciana with plenty of shaved pecorino. Drink: 2019-2029. (Sep 2019)"
93 points Bruce Sanderson (Wine Spectator): "Focused in both the aromas and flavors, with an intense shaft of cherry shaded by mineral, woodsy underbrush and spice notes. Complex and well-defined, showing a solid structure to ensure future evolution. Offers excellent balance and length. Best from 2024 through 2042. 5,000 cases made, 200 cases imported. (5/31/22)"
92 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "This is a full and generous expression with dark fruit, dried blackberry, spice and lightly toasted nut. The 2016 Chianti Classico Riserva Berardo is a classic mid-weight Tuscan red with lots of pretty freshness and firm tannins that are not at all astringent or bitter. I'm finding that some of these wines from Castello di Bossi are a bit clipped, hallow or short on the finish. That is the case here. Open it alongside an amatriciana with plenty of shaved pecorino. Drink: 2019-2029. (Sep 2019)"
| Product SKU | 342152 |
| Producer | Castello di Bossi |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| SubRegion | Chianti Classico DOCG |
| Varietal | Sangiovese |
| Designation | Riserva |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| ABV | 14.0% |
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