Volpaia Chianti Classico Riserva 2019

98+ points Luca Gardini: "A milestone in peninsular viticulture, a top quality product since years. Small fruits on the nose, black raspberry above all, touches of laurel, then juniper and eucalyptus nuances on the closure. The mouth reveals juiciness, density and crispness, with iodine tannins and return of the dark fruits. (Oct 2022)"

94 points Wine Spectator: "[$49 list] A bright yet firmly structured Chianti Classico, with iron, leather, almond and floral accents surrounding a core of cherry fruit. Sleek and intense, with a lingering finish echoing cherry, red berry and mineral notes. Best from 2024 through 2040. (9/30/22)"

93 points Decanter: "Selected from eight vineyards with yields between 35 and 45hL/ha, Castello di Volpaia’s 2019 Riserva is aged in a combination of French and Slavonian oak barrels. It's polished and detailed without sacrificing its tousled charms and grip. Heady cherry blossoms, warm flinty stone and grilled herbs greet the nose. On the palate, crunchy acidity and a clever blood orange lift lend brightness to black cherry and dark earth nuances. Sturdy enough for the next decade. Drinking Window: 2023-2032. (Mar 2022)"

93 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "Here's a wine I highly recommend. Packaged with a black label, the Volpaia 2019 Chianti Classico Riserva is certified organic Sangiovese from a site with sandstone soils that rises up to a cool 600 meters above sea level in Radda in Chianti. These well-priced results are perfumed and vibrant with black fruit, crushed stone and wild rose. I especially appreciate those drying mineral tones that match the wine's elegant, mid-weight mouthfeel. Drink: 2022-2028. (Feb 2023)"

93 points Jeb Dunnuck: "Taking on a somewhat darker expression, the 2019 Chianti Classico Riserva is floral and concentrated with candied blackcurrant, lavender, and graphitic mineral earth. It is full bodied without being weighted and has finely polished tannins, a stony texture, and a warming finish. On the back end, a delicate amaro-like finish emerges, with hints of tea leaf and iron earth. Allow for another year or so and drink over the following 10-15 years. Drink: 2023-2038. (1/28/23)"

93 points James Suckling: "Aromas of sweet berries, crushed stones and violets follow through beautifully to a medium-bodied with fine, integrated tannins and a pretty finish. Crisp and crunchy with structure. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold. (7/4/22)"

93 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$49 list] The nose on this wine opens with cherry candy and candied orange peel joined by medicinal herbs and underbrush. The palate offers cherry, chocolate, fig and sugar plum. Dusty, gritty tannins and plenty of heat on the backpalate keep things lively. Alcohol 14%. (Apr 2023)"

17++/20 points Walter Speller (JancisRobinson.com): "Radda in Chianti. 100% Sangiovese. Certified organic. Lustrous mid ruby with orange tinges. A very pretty, cool, leafy cherry nose with a stony undertow. Lots of concentrated juicy fruit on the palate and bags of firm tannins that still need to integrate into the wine. Truly animating. Drink: 2023-3032. (May 2022)"