Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2022 (BIO)

Casa Brancaia | Tuscany
Brancaia s.a. a r.l. | Loc. Poppi | IT 53017 Radda in Chianti

09322222 · 0,75 l · 42,67 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

When Brigitte and Bruno Widmer bought the abandoned Brancaia estate near Castellina in Chianti in 1981, nobody could have guessed that this would become one of the defining wineries of modern Tuscany. The very first vintage in 1983 took first place in a blind tasting – the beginning of a success story that daughter Barbara Widmer is continuing today as a qualified Oenologist. The entire winery has been certified organic since 2019, a consistent development of the philosophy that has always applied here: no compromises. The Riserva combines the best Sangiovese lots from both Chianti Classico estates – brancaia in Castellina and Poppi in Radda – supplemented by twenty per cent Merlot. The sites between 230 and 400 metres above sea level bring together different soil structures: Clay in Castellina, sandy loam with a stony skeleton in Radda.

After sixteen months in tonneaux and barriques, the wine is an intense ruby red colour. The nose opens with cherry, dark berries, violets and fine toasted notes. Structured and brooding on the palate, with firm but velvety tannins and a final that elegantly combines freshness and fullness. SUPERIORE.DE

"Rich ruby red colour with a violet hue. Balsamic nose of preserved cherries, cloves and blood orange. Powerful on the palate with mature tannins and a beautiful acidity. Fruity, long final." Falstaff

"The Widmer family owns two vineyards in Chianti Classico, each planted with 20 hectares of vines. The first estate is in Castellina and the second in Radda. The Riserva is a blend of the two and contains a high proportion of Merlot, which is matured in a combination of tonneaux and barriques. Aromas of sandalwood and chocolate cherry will delight you. On the palate, it is pure, fruity and bright, with red berries, toast and sweet spices. The 2022 is a little stronger and has more tannins than usual, but only by a few degrees. Overall balanced, just a little rough on the finish." Decanter

"The 2022 Chianti Classico Riserva is superb. Dark and enveloping, the 2022 offers great depth in a fairly plush style that can be enjoyed with minimal cellaring. Juicy dark cherry, plum, new leather, liquorice and incense are nicely turned up. The 2022 is a real charmer." Vinous

"This red is packed with cherry, blackberry, earth and mineral notes, plus a touch of oak spice. Fresh, with a firm base of tannins and fine length, leaving a spicy aftertaste. Give this a year or two to soften the tannins." Wine Spectator

"The 2022 Chianti Classico Riserva from organic farming shows a savoury side and lots of blackberry. The Riserva is characterised by a warm vintage, but the wine also shows more oak details with nutmeg and sweet cinnamon. The wine shows more texture and concentration in this vintage." Wine Advocate

"A restrained and classic wine with graphite, dark fruit, vivid violets, smoke and incense. Cheerful on the palate with a soft texture, velvety tannins, medium body, crisp acidity and a tart finish that is well covered by the fruit. A wine that is destined to mature." James Suckling