Castello di Radda

Bright, luminous ruby red. Very symphatic fruity nose of strawberries and small wild berries, notes of pepper, violets and liquorice. Harmonious on the palate, with medium pressure, open, clear, the well-dosed acidity invigorating and fresh. Very nice in the attack and course, drinkable. SUPERIORE.DE

"Floral, cherry nose with mineral nuances. Gentle grip of tannin, ripe fruit with a spicy finish." Decanter

Dark, strong ruby. Opulent bouquet of sweet cherry, blackberries and plums. Full and juicy body with a present fruit, soft, finely woven tannins and a medium-bodied, almost elegant finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby with a fine garnet rim. Appealing, multi-layered nose, smells of mulberries, juicy cherries and pomegranate, some cardamom. Polished and fine on the palate, spreads well, elegant, present tannin, lots of crisp fruit, good depth." Falstaff

"Lustrous mid ruby with orange tinges. Quite a bit of depth on the nose and with the merest hint of oak, but really subtly done. Succulent fruit palate with lots of gravelly tannins. Long and finely balanced." Jancis Robinson

"Lots of glossy, ripe fruits. Quite polished but with good buttressing acidity. Red jam, spice, and an earthy core." Decanter

"A very pleasant CC here with lots of succulent, ripe berries, blackcurrants and black cherries on both the nose and palate. Super-clean fruit with light hints of dried herbs and lavender coming through. The round, very fine tannins are ripe and well meshed together with the fruit, giving a nicely balanced finish. Delicious." James Suckling

A beautiful traditional wine of the Chianti Classico. The bouquet of wild berries, undergrowth, herbs and spices is broad and multi-faceted, the full flavour with beautiful energy, fidelity to the terroir and considerable persistence. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark, rich ruby. Fragrant, floral nose of roses and violets, then fresh wild berries, red currants, delicate spice. Dense and supple in the mouth, spreads out nicely, polished and with juicy tannin, firm pressure in the finish." Falstaff

"Mid ruby with orange tinges. Subtle, fine nose of red fruit and stones. Elegant, sappy red fruit and bags of jagged tannins that demand more time in the bottle. Its elegance, freshness and firm structure set it up for graceful ageing." Jancis Robinson

"The Castello di Radda 2015 Chianti Classico Riserva shows a ripe and nicely concentrated approach with sweet cherry, wild raspberry, crushed stone and grilled herb. This is a lean to mid-weight wine with the calming freshness and vitality that should be expected of Sangiovese from this prized corner of the Chianti Classico appellation." Robert Parker

"A soft, fruity red with aromas and flavors of dried cherries and orange peel. Medium to full body. Tangy and delicious. Shows the richness and ripeness of the vintage." James Suckling

"Dappled scents of fresh florals, autumn leaves and lovely tapered fruit with refined tannins and a long, poised finish." Decanter

A beautiful traditional wine of the Chianti Classico. The bouquet of wild berries, undergrowth, herbs and spices is broad and multi-faceted, the full flavour with beautiful energy, fidelity to the terroir and considerable persistence. SUPERIORE.DE

"Spicy berry aromas, also pepper notes; pithy on the palate, tannins powerful, convincing final on notes of wild berries, tobacco and herbs. Should be enjoyed with a game dish." Vinum

"Lustrous ruby with orange tinges. Lifted and almost aromatic cherry fruit nose with hints of gingerbread and cumin. Sumptuous cherry fruit palate cut through by lots of tangy acidity and with crunchy tannins. Long succulent cherry fruit with plenty of stuffing on the finish. A well-wrought wine from an excellent vintage." Jancis Robinson

"Mature yet elegant and complex black fruits, spicy, dried herbs, sweet tobacco nose. Noble tannins with a robust texture, fresh finish." Decanter

"Blackberries, dark cherries and flowers on the nose and palate. Full-bodied and very cool with compact, linear tannins. Racy and structured." James Suckling

"Rich, with a vibrant backbone of acidity and tannins uplifting black cherry, blackberry and violet flavors. Dense and a bit restrained on the finish, this nevertheless lingers on the aftertaste, revealing floral, dark berry fruit and a streak of iron." Wine Spectator