Riecine

Palmina comes from 45-year-old vines, is only produced in very small quantities and is an extremely successful example of a single-varietal Sangiovese Rosato and one of the best in Tuscany. An impressive wine with an independent profile, the bouquet of rose petals is extremely complex and fine. The fruity taste has an enchantingly elegant structure, juicy and fresh, with a very appealing finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Dense with complex fruit notes, lots of extract, soft, mouth-filling, unusually velvety and enveloped by gentle tannins. Aged in small barriques of old and new oak and in traditional Tuscan wooden barrels. For years, Riecine has been producing one of the most subtle Chianti Classico - a wonderful drop. SUPERIORE.DE

"Mid crimson. Lifted, sweet, perfumed red-fruit nose. A little embryonic with vivid acidity and richly tannic on the finish. Long and gripping." Jancis Robinson

"The 2020 Chianti Classico is bright, punchy and full of character. Crushed rose petals, tobacco and sweet red berry fruit are nicely lifted in this delicious, mid-weight Chianti Classico from Riecine. The 2020 is beautifully done." Vinous

"Juicy, showing cherry and raspberry fruit, with hints of licorice, earth and mint. Balanced, firming up on the refreshing finish." Wine Spectator

"With vineyards between 400 and 600 metres above sea level in the commune of Gaiole, Riecine’s 2020 wears its high-altitude origins on its sleeve. Veraison started very late here, then ripening occurred quickly – within a couple of weeks. What this may lack in body, it makes up for in liveliness and expression. Scents of mint blossom, fresh thyme and tarragon greet the nose. The palate is streamlined and elegant, with red currant and plum, barely-there tannins and punchy integrated acidity. It's also refreshingly moderate in alcohol, clocking in at barely 13%." Decanter

"Aromas of sweet cherries, cranberries and flowers follow through to a medium body with bright acidity and a clean, fresh finish. Crisp and bright at the end. Plenty of attractive energy." James Suckling

This Riserva is allocated to hand-picked retailers in a small edition of 3,000 bottles (0.75l) and 180 magnums. Brilliant ruby red. Fine raspberry and floral notes dominate the spicy nose. Very juicy on the palate, tannins and acidity are well integrated. Riecines Riserva has length and suppleness into the long fruit finish. The elegance and fine melting are impressive. This is once again Sangiovese at the top level Riecine is known for! SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby red. Fragrant and appealing nose, of fine strawberries and raspberries, a hint of geranium and spicy delicate vegetal nuances, white pepper. On the palate with great juice and clear, smooth fruit, seems very polished and precise, salty finish." Falstaff

"Concentrated ruby. Quite closed nose with only hints of sweet fruit. Juicy, concentrated cherry fruit with a vibrant build-up on the finish. Great length and depth." Jancis Robinson

"The 2019 Chianti Classico Riserva is laced with dark red cherry, incense, leather, tobacco and dried herb. Supple and racy, with terrific persistence, the Riserva is quite striking in 2019. It's another stellar wine in this range from Riecine." Vinous

"Since taking the reins at Riecine in 2016, winemaker Alessandro Campatelli has crafted a Riserva from the 2.6ha 50-year-old Gittori vineyard. It ferments in concrete Nomblot tanks and ages in large untoasted French oak casks from Burgundy cooper Grenier. Pretty strawberry notes provide a backdrop for cinnamon, cardamom and forest brush to shine through. The tannins are supple and powdery, while penetrating acidity rings out on the finish. Plenty of concentration for ageing." Decanter

"Beautiful rose petals and cranberries with freshly sliced cherries on the nose. Medium body. Firm acidity and fine tannin together lace up the wine. Lively. So drinkable now, but even better in two or three years." James Suckling

Dense with complex fruit notes, lots of extract, soft, mouth-filling, unusually velvety and enveloped by gentle tannins. Aged in small barriques of old and new oak and in traditional Tuscan wooden barrels. For years, Riecine has been producing one of the most subtle Chianti Classico - a wonderful drop. SUPERIORE.DE

"Shiny, rich ruby with a light garnet rim. Memorable and profound nose, full of raspberry, mulberry and black truffle, pine needles in the background. Distinctly salty on the palate, showing notes of juicy cherries, lots of plum, very well integrated tannin with fine melting." Falstaff

"Aromas of cherries, plums, flowers and earth. It’s medium-bodied with tight tannins. Savory and juicy with structure and freshness." James Suckling

"The nose displays complex aromas of smoke, fresh oregano, dried basil, damsons and dark cherries. Vibrant soft and fleshy palate with a balsamic finish." Decanter

Dense with complex fruit notes, lots of extract, soft, mouth-filling, unusually velvety and enveloped by gentle tannins. Aged in small barriques of old and new oak and in traditional Tuscan wooden barrels. For years, Riecine has been producing one of the most subtle Chianti Classico - a wonderful drop. SUPERIORE.DE

"Mid crimson. Lifted, sweet, perfumed red-fruit nose. A little embryonic with vivid acidity and richly tannic on the finish. Long and gripping." Jancis Robinson

"The 2020 Chianti Classico is bright, punchy and full of character. Crushed rose petals, tobacco and sweet red berry fruit are nicely lifted in this delicious, mid-weight Chianti Classico from Riecine. The 2020 is beautifully done." Vinous

"Juicy, showing cherry and raspberry fruit, with hints of licorice, earth and mint. Balanced, firming up on the refreshing finish." Wine Spectator

"With vineyards between 400 and 600 metres above sea level in the commune of Gaiole, Riecine’s 2020 wears its high-altitude origins on its sleeve. Veraison started very late here, then ripening occurred quickly – within a couple of weeks. What this may lack in body, it makes up for in liveliness and expression. Scents of mint blossom, fresh thyme and tarragon greet the nose. The palate is streamlined and elegant, with red currant and plum, barely-there tannins and punchy integrated acidity. It's also refreshingly moderate in alcohol, clocking in at barely 13%." Decanter

"Aromas of sweet cherries, cranberries and flowers follow through to a medium body with bright acidity and a clean, fresh finish. Crisp and bright at the end. Plenty of attractive energy." James Suckling

Unadulterated expression of Sangiovese, terroir and the typical Riecine style, based above all on elegance. Deep, sparkling colour, complex, animating aroma of small red berries and corresponding persistence on the palate. An impressive wine with the finesse of a great Sangiovese. SUPERIORE.DE

"Plush and racy, with soft curves and striking balance, the 2018 offers up sweet plum, cherry, rose petal, licorice and lavender. Ripe, silky tannins wrap it all together in style. This plush red has a ton to offer." Vinous

Pure Burgundian elegance and Tuscan spice. A Sangiovese in Riserva quality from the exceptional Tuscan vintage 2016, which convinces in its long, continuous course with tasty fruit and carefully extracted tannin. Light ruby with garnet red reflections. Clear nose with notes of pomegranate, raspberry and some saffron. Fresh, juicy and superbly unadulterated on the finish and with great storage potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"Closed with a white wax capsule, the Riecine 2016 Riecine is a single-vineyard expression of Sangiovese. This is a gorgeous and elegant wine with plenty of dark fruit, wild cypress, tilled earth, crushed flower and Tuscan herb or rosemary. The wine is layered and complex, although the mouthfeel remains gracefully lifted and mid-weight overall. The tannins are integrated and there is a spot of cherry sweetness on the close. This excellent wine very much stands apart in this tasting from Gaiole in Chianti." Robert Parker

"Bright and fresh with fine and clean tannins and vivid acidity. Lots of berry and cherry character. Pretty length. A pure sangiovese." James Suckling

Pure Burgundian elegance and Tuscan spice. A Sangiovese in Riserva quality that convinces in its long, continuous course with tasty fruit and carefully extracted tannin. Light ruby with garnet red reflections. Clear nose with notes of pomegranate, raspberry and some saffron. Fresh, juicy and superbly unadulterated on the finish and with great storage potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"Shiny ruby with a fine garnet shimmer. Very fragrant nose, characterised by notes of raspberry and strawberry, some goji berry. Present, fresh fruit on the palate, full of sour cherry, unfolds with fine-meshed tannin, soft and supple." Falstaff

"Aromas of black fruit, mushrooms, violets and dried orange. Medium-to full-bodied with soft tannins and crisp acidity. Balanced, fruity and juicy. Delicious now." James Suckling

"The 2017 Riecine di Riecine, 100% Sangiovese, is bright, perfumed and very nicely lifted in feel. Sweet red berry fruit rose petal, chalk and white pepper give the 2017 an attractive upper register that is hugely appealing. The 2017 is deep, but not at all overdone." Vinous

Pure Burgundian elegance and Tuscan spice. A Sangiovese in Riserva quality that convinces in its long, continuous course with tasty fruit and carefully extracted tannin. Light ruby with garnet red reflections. Clear nose with notes of pomegranate, raspberry and some saffron. Fresh, juicy and superbly unadulterated on the finish and with great storage potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling, rich ruby with a slight garnet shimmer. Finely marked nose with delicate notes of raspberry and cherry. Fine-meshed tannin on the attack, lots of raspberry and cherry." Falstaff

Pure Burgundian elegance and Tuscan spice. A Sangiovese in Riserva quality that convinces in its long, continuous course with tasty fruit and carefully extracted tannin. Light ruby with garnet red reflections. Clear nose with notes of pomegranate, raspberry and some saffron. Fresh, juicy and superbly unadulterated on the finish and with great storage potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"A relatively light color, with fresh flowers, sweet peaches and cherries on the nose. Medium body with dried flowers and stems, very fine tannins and a dried-citrus finish. A subtle yet intense interpretation of sangiovese." James Suckling

"The 2019 Riecine di Riecine, 100% Sangiovese, is a very pretty, classy wine. Crushed flowers, sweet red berry fruit, mint and orange peel give this translucent, expressive 2019 lovely complexity and nuance to match its mid-weight personality." Vinous

This is the first vintage of the new pure Merlot of the house. The name Tresette is derived from the fact that there will be just 2,800 bottles of this wine, which will be aged in three 700l French oak barrels. The grapes come from old vines from a 480m high plot and it is only vinified in the best years. Tresette is a cool, archetypal Merlot of the very elegant type and is completely in keeping with the style of the house. Juicy blackberry, in the nose clove, herbs and spice notes. Wrapped in smooth tannins, this fresh red leads to a delicious finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"From a vineyard of only 0.7 hectares at 480 metres above sea level, matures for 20 months in 7 hectolitre barrels: Seductive blackberry aroma, underlaid with notes of liquorice; juicy in the mouth, the tannins and acidity in harmony, elegant and polished final. Convincing." Vinum

" Firm, quite deep, slightly iodine scent of black currant and red berries with herbal aromas, some nuts, blood, black olives and moderate wood spice as well as mineral notes. Firm, ripe, tart, yet extremely juicy fruit, tight, quite fine tannin and a certain acid bite, persistent on the palate, herbal and planty notes, a hint of pepper, clear, salty and chalky minerality, has power, but also freshness and cooling elements, noble spice, very lively, multi-layered and deep, very good, tight, juicy and finely spicy finish. Great." Wein-Plus

"Named after the Italian card game, the 2016 TreSette (777) is a pure expression of Merlot from old vines. Only 2,800 bottles were made. Riecine's La Gioia once had Merlot in the blend, but it was removed to make this wine instead. This wine offers a generous bouquet with blackcurrant and cherry. However, the high altitudes of the vineyards shape crisp and acidic fruit that is very evident in this slightly cooler vintage." Robert Parker

"This is a pretty wild and amazing on the nose with crystal-clear aromas of lavender, before the bay leaves, Thai basil, cloves and a touch of vanilla come into play. Medium to full body, incredibly edgy acidity and layer after layer of pure blue fruits. An outstanding wine with few parallels in Italy. One of a kind." James Suckling

This Riserva is allocated to hand-picked retailers in a small edition of 3,000 bottles (0.75l) and 180 magnums. Brilliant ruby red. Fine raspberry and floral notes dominate the spicy nose. Very juicy on the palate, tannins and acidity are well integrated. Riecines Riserva has length and suppleness into the long fruit finish. The elegance and fine melting are impressive. This is once again Sangiovese at the top level Riecine is known for! SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby red. Fragrant and appealing nose, of fine strawberries and raspberries, a hint of geranium and spicy delicate vegetal nuances, white pepper. On the palate with great juice and clear, smooth fruit, seems very polished and precise, salty finish." Falstaff

"Concentrated ruby. Quite closed nose with only hints of sweet fruit. Juicy, concentrated cherry fruit with a vibrant build-up on the finish. Great length and depth." Jancis Robinson

"The 2019 Chianti Classico Riserva is laced with dark red cherry, incense, leather, tobacco and dried herb. Supple and racy, with terrific persistence, the Riserva is quite striking in 2019. It's another stellar wine in this range from Riecine." Vinous

"Since taking the reins at Riecine in 2016, winemaker Alessandro Campatelli has crafted a Riserva from the 2.6ha 50-year-old Gittori vineyard. It ferments in concrete Nomblot tanks and ages in large untoasted French oak casks from Burgundy cooper Grenier. Pretty strawberry notes provide a backdrop for cinnamon, cardamom and forest brush to shine through. The tannins are supple and powdery, while penetrating acidity rings out on the finish. Plenty of concentration for ageing." Decanter

"Beautiful rose petals and cranberries with freshly sliced cherries on the nose. Medium body. Firm acidity and fine tannin together lace up the wine. Lively. So drinkable now, but even better in two or three years." James Suckling

Here it is, the impressive first Gran Selezione from Riecine, showing more grace than muscle and delivering a Riecine-typical and very precise Burgundian interpretation of the Sangiovese grape.

The grapes come from the single vineyard of the same name in a 2.25 hectare Chianti Classico vineyard planted in 1971 with a density of 3,400 vines per hectare and situated on old terraces facing south. Riecine has leased these plots since the 1980s, and now the winery has managed to purchase this site, which is one of the best terroirs in the Chianti Classico area. So it is only logical that the 50th anniversary of the winery and the outstanding 2019 vintage should mark the debut of the new top wine. The bottles are numbered, just 3,233 0.75-litre and 50 magnum bottles were bottled.

Spicy bouquet, delicate accents of vanilla and toasted bread that combine with notes of cherry, strawberry and violet. Rich in the mouth, with a solid structure and a long, polished final characterised by fruit, Mediterranean grass and a mineral note. Develops wonderfully - and should be one of the best Gran Selezione of the vintage "right off the bat". Congratulations on the anniversary! SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling, brightening ruby with a little light rim. Very clear and finely marked nose with dark cherries, some rose petals and violets. Unfolds juicy and velvety on the palate, nice drinking flow, fine meshed tannin, lots of rich cherry, glides along quietly." Falstaff

"The 2019 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigna Gittori is a plump, juicy wine. Black cherry, leather, incense, tobacco and dried herbs meld together nicely in this attractive, curvy Gran Selezione. Deceptive in its mid-weight feel, the 2019 shows terrific depth and fine overall balance." Vinous

"Blackberry, orange-peel and Spanish-cedar aromas. Exotic fruit, too. Full-bodied with seamless tannins and a very, very long finish. A benchmark Gran Selezione. Structured, yet fine at the same time." James Suckling

"Riecine's first ever Gran Selezione is a true beauty. It comes from the Gittori vineyard, a south-facing plot which sits above 500 metres, planted in 1971 - after renting it for 20 years, the estate was finally able to purchase it in 2019. The nose shows pure, precise fragrances of rose, wildflower, raspberry and spice. Fruit is at the fore, with integrated oak in the background – simply there to support. Youthfully plump and joyful at the moment, the succulent acidity and silky tannins bring vibrancy and alluring texture respectively. It has the depth and complexity worthy of Gran Selezione and is a glorious demonstration that the category isn't solely reserved for muscle-bound powerhouses." Decanter

Unadulterated expression of Sangiovese, terroir and the typical Riecine style, based above all on elegance. Deep, sparkling colour, complex, animating aroma of small red berries and corresponding persistence on the palate. An impressive wine with the finesse of a great Sangiovese. SUPERIORE.DE

"Plush and racy, with soft curves and striking balance, the 2018 offers up sweet plum, cherry, rose petal, licorice and lavender. Ripe, silky tannins wrap it all together in style. This plush red has a ton to offer." Vinous

Pure Burgundian elegance and Tuscan spice. A Sangiovese in Riserva quality that convinces in its long, continuous course with tasty fruit and carefully extracted tannin. Light ruby with garnet red reflections. Clear nose with notes of pomegranate, raspberry and some saffron. Fresh, juicy and superbly unadulterated on the finish and with great storage potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling, rich ruby with a slight garnet shimmer. Finely marked nose with delicate notes of raspberry and cherry. Fine-meshed tannin on the attack, lots of raspberry and cherry." Falstaff

Pure Burgundian elegance and Tuscan spice. A Sangiovese in Riserva quality that convinces in its long, continuous course with tasty fruit and carefully extracted tannin. Light ruby with garnet red reflections. Clear nose with notes of pomegranate, raspberry and some saffron. Fresh, juicy and superbly unadulterated on the finish and with great storage potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"A relatively light color, with fresh flowers, sweet peaches and cherries on the nose. Medium body with dried flowers and stems, very fine tannins and a dried-citrus finish. A subtle yet intense interpretation of sangiovese." James Suckling

"The 2019 Riecine di Riecine, 100% Sangiovese, is a very pretty, classy wine. Crushed flowers, sweet red berry fruit, mint and orange peel give this translucent, expressive 2019 lovely complexity and nuance to match its mid-weight personality." Vinous

This is the first vintage of the new pure Merlot of the house. The name Tresette is derived from the fact that there will be just 2,800 bottles of this wine, which will be aged in three 700l French oak barrels. The grapes come from old vines from a 480m high plot of land, and it is only vinified in the best years. Tresette is a cool, archetypal Merlot of the very elegant type and is completely in keeping with the style of the house. Juicy blackberry, in the nose clove, herbs and spice notes. Wrapped in smooth tannins, this fresh red leads to a delicious finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"From a vineyard of only 0.7 hectares at 480 metres above sea level, matures for 20 months in 7 hectolitre barrels: Seductive blackberry aroma, underlaid with notes of liquorice; juicy in the mouth, the tannins and acidity in harmony, elegant and polished final. Convincing." Vinum

" Firm, quite deep, slightly iodine scent of black currant and red berries with herbal aromas, some nuts, blood, black olives and moderate wood spice as well as mineral notes. Firm, ripe, tart, yet extremely juicy fruit, tight, quite fine tannin and a certain acid bite, persistent on the palate, herbal and planty notes, a hint of pepper, clear, salty and chalky minerality, has power, but also freshness and cooling elements, noble spice, very lively, multi-layered and deep, very good, tight, juicy and finely spicy finish. Great." Wein-Plus

"Named after the Italian card game, the 2016 TreSette (777) is a pure expression of Merlot from old vines. Only 2,800 bottles were made. Riecine's La Gioia once had Merlot in the blend, but it was removed to make this wine instead. This wine offers a generous bouquet with blackcurrant and cherry. However, the high altitudes of the vineyards shape crisp and acidic fruit that is very evident in this slightly cooler vintage." Robert Parker

"This is a pretty wild and amazing on the nose with crystal-clear aromas of lavender, before the bay leaves, Thai basil, cloves and a touch of vanilla come into play. Medium to full body, incredibly edgy acidity and layer after layer of pure blue fruits. An outstanding wine with few parallels in Italy. One of a kind." James Suckling

Here it is, the impressive first Gran Selezione from Riecine, showing more grace than muscle and delivering a Riecine-typical and very precise Burgundian interpretation of the Sangiovese grape.

The grapes come from the single vineyard of the same name in a 2.25 hectare Chianti Classico vineyard planted in 1971 at a density of 3,400 vines per hectare and situated on old terraces facing south. Riecine has leased these plots since the 1980s, and now the winery has managed to purchase this site, which is one of the best terroirs in the Chianti Classico area. So it is only logical that the 50th anniversary of the winery and the outstanding 2019 vintage should mark the debut of the new top wine. The bottles are numbered, just 3,233 0.75-litre and 50 magnum bottles were bottled.

Spicy bouquet, delicate accents of vanilla and toasted bread that combine with notes of cherry, strawberry and violet. Rich in the mouth, with a solid structure and a long, polished final characterised by fruit, Mediterranean grass and a mineral note. Develops wonderfully - and should be one of the best Gran Selezione of the vintage "right off the bat". Congratulations on the anniversary! SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling, brightening ruby with a little light rim. Very clear and finely marked nose with dark cherries, some rose petals and violets. Unfolds juicy and velvety on the palate, nice drinking flow, fine meshed tannin, lots of rich cherry, glides along quietly." Falstaff

"The 2019 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigna Gittori is a plump, juicy wine. Black cherry, leather, incense, tobacco and dried herbs meld together nicely in this attractive, curvy Gran Selezione. Deceptive in its mid-weight feel, the 2019 shows terrific depth and fine overall balance." Vinous

"Blackberry, orange-peel and Spanish-cedar aromas. Exotic fruit, too. Full-bodied with seamless tannins and a very, very long finish. A benchmark Gran Selezione. Structured, yet fine at the same time." James Suckling

"Riecine's first ever Gran Selezione is a true beauty. It comes from the Gittori vineyard, a south-facing plot which sits above 500 metres, planted in 1971 - after renting it for 20 years, the estate was finally able to purchase it in 2019. The nose shows pure, precise fragrances of rose, wildflower, raspberry and spice. Fruit is at the fore, with integrated oak in the background – simply there to support. Youthfully plump and joyful at the moment, the succulent acidity and silky tannins bring vibrancy and alluring texture respectively. It has the depth and complexity worthy of Gran Selezione and is a glorious demonstration that the category isn't solely reserved for muscle-bound powerhouses." Decanter

Genuine expression of Sangiovese, terroir and the typical Riecine style, which is based above all on elegance. Deep, sparkling colour, complex, animating scent of small red berries and corresponding persistence in taste. An impressive wine with the finesse of a great Sangiovese. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby with a fine garnet shimmer. Appealing nose with notes of pomegranate, cherry and spicy thyme. Round and polished at the base, shows very well worked out fruit, present and at the same time tender, then opens up with lots of handy tannin." Falstaff

"A pure expression of Sangiovese, the 2016 La Gioia is a beauty. Off the bat, the wine shows a specific mineral note that reminds me of black stone or dusty granite. Beyond that, you get a thick and dense layer of black fruit and plum. The wine is never heavy or flat, instead it shows a lot of energy and freshness with a point of spiciness on the close. That energy is typical of Gaiole in Chianti. This is a medium-to-full bodied Sangiovese with all its various moving parts in harmony, ready for a Tuscan bean and tomato stew with fresh bread and healthy wedges of pecorino." Robert Parker

"This is a powerful red with beautiful ripe tannins and freshness. Full and linear. Opens in the mouth. A pure sangiovese. Yeah!" James Suckling

Unadulterated expression of Sangiovese, terroir and the typical Riecine style, based above all on elegance. Deep, sparkling colour, complex, animating aroma of small red berries and corresponding persistence on the palate. An impressive wine with the finesse of a great Sangiovese. SUPERIORE.DE

"Brilliant ruby with a fine garnet shimmer. Memorable nose with rich notes of wild raspberry and goji berry, balsamic notes in the background. Lining the palate richly, opens with fine-meshed, well-placed tannin, entwined with fine sweet melting, good tension." Falstaff

"Enticing nose of ripe red berries and black cherries with toasty notes. Soft and juicy, harmonious with a long savoury finish." Decanter

"A perfumed nose of crushed raspberries, wild blackberries, sweet spice and porcini. It's medium-bodied with fine tannins. Textured, with spicy character and bright acidity leading to a fruity finish." James Suckling

Unadulterated expression of Sangiovese, terroir and the typical Riecine style, based above all on elegance. Deep, sparkling colour, complex, animating aroma of small red berries and corresponding persistence on the palate. An impressive wine with the finesse of a great Sangiovese. SUPERIORE.DE

"Plush and racy, with soft curves and striking balance, the 2018 offers up sweet plum, cherry, rose petal, licorice and lavender. Ripe, silky tannins wrap it all together in style. This plush red has a ton to offer." Vinous

This is the first vintage of the new pure Merlot of the house. The name Tresette is derived from the fact that there will be just 2,800 bottles of this wine, which will be aged in three 700l French oak barrels. The grapes come from old vines from a 480m high plot and it is only vinified in the best years. Tresette is a cool, archetypal Merlot of the very elegant type and is completely in keeping with the style of the house. Juicy blackberry, in the nose clove, herbs and spice notes. Wrapped in smooth tannins, this fresh red leads to a delicious finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"From a vineyard of only 0.7 hectares at 480 metres above sea level, matures for 20 months in 7 hectolitre barrels: Seductive blackberry aroma, underlaid with notes of liquorice; juicy in the mouth, the tannins and acidity in harmony, elegant and polished final. Convincing." Vinum

" Firm, quite deep, slightly iodine scent of black currant and red berries with herbal aromas, some nuts, blood, black olives and moderate wood spice as well as mineral notes. Firm, ripe, tart, yet extremely juicy fruit, tight, quite fine tannin and a certain acid bite, persistent on the palate, herbal and planty notes, a hint of pepper, clear, salty and chalky minerality, has power, but also freshness and cooling elements, noble spice, very lively, multi-layered and deep, very good, tight, juicy and finely spicy finish. Great." Wein-Plus

"Named after the Italian card game, the 2016 TreSette (777) is a pure expression of Merlot from old vines. Only 2,800 bottles were made. Riecine's La Gioia once had Merlot in the blend, but it was removed to make this wine instead. This wine offers a generous bouquet with blackcurrant and cherry. However, the high altitudes of the vineyards shape crisp and acidic fruit that is very evident in this slightly cooler vintage." Robert Parker

"This is a pretty wild and amazing on the nose with crystal-clear aromas of lavender, before the bay leaves, Thai basil, cloves and a touch of vanilla come into play. Medium to full body, incredibly edgy acidity and layer after layer of pure blue fruits. An outstanding wine with few parallels in Italy. One of a kind." James Suckling

Genuine expression of Sangiovese, terroir and the typical Riecine style, which is based above all on elegance. Deep, sparkling colour, complex, animating scent of small red berries and corresponding persistence on the palate. An impressive wine with the finesse of a great Sangiovese. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby with a fine garnet shimmer. Attractive nose with notes of pomegranate, cherry and spicy thyme. Round and polished at the base, shows very well worked out fruit, present and at the same time delicate, then opens with a lot of handy tannin. Falstaff

"A pure expression of Sangiovese, the 2016 La Gioia is a beauty. Off the bat, the wine shows a specific mineral note that reminds me of black stone or dusty granite. Beyond that, you get a thick and dense layer of black fruit and plum. The wine is never heavy or flat, instead it shows a lot of energy and freshness with a point of spiciness on the close. That energy is typical of Gaiole in Chianti. This is a medium-to-full bodied Sangiovese with all its various moving parts in harmony, ready for a Tuscan bean and tomato stew with fresh bread and healthy wedges of pecorino." Robert Parker

"This is a powerful red with beautiful ripe tannins and freshness. Full and linear. Opens in the mouth. A pure sangiovese. Yeah!" James Suckling