Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2022

Castello di Monsanto | Tuscany
Fatt. Monsanto di Bianchi Fabrizio S.a.r.l. | Via Monsanto 8 | IT 50028 Barberino Tavernelle

29162322 · 0,75 l · 34,67 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

When a winery uses the same label for its Riserva for over sixty years, it is not a lack of imagination – it is a stance. Castello di Monsanto's Riserva is considered one of Italy's oldest labels still in continuous production. The label was around even before Chianti Classico became an appellation. It has survived decades and changing fashions – and it encapsulates what Monsanto stands for: a deep-rooted commitment to Sangiovese. The estate is situated in San Donato in Poggio, the westernmost sub-region of Chianti Classico, at an altitude of 280 to 320 metres. Galestro – a slate-rich, barren and mineral-laden soil – is the ground in which the Sangiovese vines from four vineyards take root.

2022 was a warm, generous vintage in Chianti Classico – Mediterranean fruit, balanced ripeness, distinct character. The Riserva exemplifies this: an intense ruby red with garnet rim. The bouquet offers sour cherry, blackberry, violet, cedar wood, a hint of tobacco and spices. On the palate, it is full-bodied, with elegantly integrated tannins, fresh acidity and a long, mineral final. The promise Monsanto has been making since 1962 – delivered once again in this vintage. SUPERIORE.DE

"The Chianti Classico Riserva 2022 is an exhilarating, spirited wine. Aromas of dark cherries and plums, leather, incense, cloves and mocha are indicative of a particularly dense vintage for this bottling, though this is attributable to an exceptionally warm, dry year. Whilst the Riserva is rather sombre, it is at the same time complex, multi-layered and utterly beguiling. It unfolds beautifully on the finish. Two-thirds of the wine was aged in barrels and one-third in neutral tonneaux." Vinous

"A dark wine with aromas of blackberry, blueberry, violet and tar, as well as a hint of wild rosemary. Mature, yet fresh, supple and tannic. The finish is still a little robust at present, yet has a delicate length. Needs a little more time." Wine Spectator

"The Castello di Monsanto 2022 Chianti Classico Riserva, a blend of 90% Sangiovese and 10% Canaiolo and Colorino, captivates with a distinct, blackberry-like and spicy character, in which bay leaf, dried herbs and white pepper unfold alongside dark plum aromas. The peppery character continues on the palate, which is medium to full-bodied, whilst an interesting green note lends the wine additional spicy complexity. It displays plenty of personality, with the recurring bay leaf character defining the finish." Wine Advocate

"A restrained wine with light, refined aromas of raspberries, red cherries, a hint of mint, violets and liquorice. Medium-bodied, juicy and smooth, with velvety tannins and refreshing acidity. A long finish." James Suckling

"The 2022 is lovely, simply textbook. Flinty stone and coriander inflect the gorgeous strawberry nose, expanding with perfumes of jasmine and hibiscus. Tangy rhubarb contributes to the red berry core. Mid-weight, linear and elegant with ample layers of fine suede tannins, it's vivacious in energy and effortless in flow, and should drink gracefully for a decade at least." Decanter