"Balsamic glaze with a certain meatiness shows on the nose of this wine, along with soil, cherries, rose petals and bitter orange jam. The palate offers more cherry plus oaky notes of vanilla, milk chocolate and spice. Tannins are easygoing but stand at attention, ready for sipping right now. - Danielle CALLEGARI"
- Wine Enthusiast (April 2023), 92 pts
"Black cherries, walnuts and black chocolate with a hint of red tile. It’s full-bodied with juicy fruit and a savory undertone to the burnt-citrus character. Opulent, yet reserved at the same time. Gorgeous. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold."
- James Suckling (July 2020), 93 pts
"The 2019 Chianti Classico Riserva is slightly deeper ruby-hued and brings a touch more density and depth, with ripe black and red fruits, savory Mediterranean herbs, spicy wood, and graphite-driven aromatics. It's rich, medium-bodied, and concentrated, with ripe tannins and a great finish. Aged two years all in oak, drink bottles through 2031."
- Jeb Dunnuck (Importer Highlight: Fran Kysela ; July 2024), 91 pts
- James Suckling (June 2022), 93 pts
"The nose balances tart blackberries and bergamot with a peppery earthiness, while the palate leans into that tangy, almost metallic earthy quality but also has a blast of vivacious acid and some sweeter fruit notes for balance and intrigue. Tannins are pliant, but do provide structure. — Danielle CALLEGARI"
- Wine Enthusiast (November 5th 2024), 92 pts
"Medium dark red robe. Red berry fruit on the nose with a hint of oak. Silky and elegant on the palate with flavors of red cherry. Quite refined. - Don WINKLER"
- International Wine Review (Kysela Père et Fils Importer: 30 Years Importing High Quality, High Value Wines ; July 26th 2024), 93 pts
