“Levigne” Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2022 (BIO)

Istine | Tuscany
Istine s.s.a. | Via Roma 11 | IT 53017 Radda in Chianti

29692322 · 0,75 l · 52,00 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

The grapes for Istine's iconic Riserva come exclusively from the estate's own vineyards: Istine (Radda), Casanova dell'Aia (Radda) and Cavarchione (Gaiole). Only 4,000 bottles of this breathtaking wine, which is aged for 12 months in large Slavonian oak barrels, are bottled each year. A rich, luminous ruby red with a sparkling core. The bouquet displays its complexity with aristocratic restraint. A compact and fresh, fruity nose of ripe cherries and ripe raspberries, with Amarena cherries and hints of tobacco in the background. Medium-bodied on the palate, yet with infinite, captivating depth just waiting to be discovered. It then spreads beautifully across the palate, appearing almost juicy and fruit-driven, and continues to open up towards its terrific finalwith crisp cherries and a subtle hint of salt. Purists will love its linear and unmistakable Sangiovese character. SUPERIORE.DE

"Black cherry, blackberry, graphite and violet flavors are enmeshed with a supple texture in this harmonious red. Intense, vibrant and harmonious, with a lengthy, detailed finish." Wine Spectator 

"The 2022 Chianti Classico Riserva Le Vigne is a classy, elegant wine. Dark red-toned fruit, leather, cedar, menthol, licorice and dried herbs are some of the many notes that open in the glass. Time and air bring out the wine's natural breadth and textural resonance. The Riserva is a blend of lots from Vigna Istine, Casanova dell'Aia and Cavarchione that spends an added nine months in cask relative to the Gran Seleziones. Some fruit of the fruit from Cavarchione is done with whole clusters. This dynamic, complex Riserva has a ton to offer." Vinous

"A bright, fruity wine with aromas of red cherries, rosewater, white pepper and chalky minerality. Medium-bodied, firm, crisp, velvety and slightly dusty yet ripe, with mid-palate weight and a savory, vibrant finish. It has character." James Suckling

"Small lots from Istine's high altitude vineyards in Radda and Gaiole are vinified and aged separately for a year before blending. The composite is given a further 12 months in 30-hectolitre casks to marry. A light yet confident touch coupled with a sense of adventure makes for a classy and characterful package. The just-bottled sample is subtle in expression. A whiff of mocha gives way to plum blossom, thyme flower, lavender and juniper. The palate is classically midweight and decidedly red fruit in tone – tart cranberry, tangy currants and sour cherry. There is just enough flesh to pad out the silky and composed tannins. Stony minerals linger." Decanter