Querciabella Chianti Classico Riserva 2020 Bottle size: 750ml

‘Cherry, raspberry, rose hip and black pepper aromas and flavors signal this bright red. Light on its feet, yet a dusting of nubby tannins coats the finish. A hint of bitter almond lingers on the finish, along with fruit and spice notes. Shows fine balance and length. Best from 2026 through 2042.’ – Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator, 93/100

‘A selection of the estate’s best parcels, Querciabella’s Riserva is assembled after ageing in a combination of French barriques and tonneaux, maximum 20% new. The 2020 bottling demonstrates the generosity and graciousness of the vintage’s growing season. Attractive pressed flowers, plum and red berries intertwine with subtle wood smoke. The palate brings in garden herbs and mandarin orange. The tannins are confident yet supple and sweet, culminating in a chalky grip. Invigorating and bright, this is quite tempting now – but there's plenty more to reveal. 2025-2035’ – Michaele Morris, Decanter, 93/100

‘Just bottled, the 2020 Chianti Classico Riserva is a bit reticent. Crushed red flowers, mint, white pepper, anise and orange peel give the 2020 lovely aromatic brilliance to match its mid-weight personality. Readers will find a Riserva of linear intensity and drive more than volume. Vineyard sites are Greve, Lamole and Radda. 2025-2035’ - Antonio Galloni, Vinous, 92+/100

‘Youthful ruby. Impressive nose chock-full of minerals and compact red fruit. Super-elegant palate with expressive, perfumed raspberry fruit and long, coating, slightly drying tannins that demand more time. Almost electrifying acidity on the finish. Rather gorgeous. 2026-2036’ - Jancis Robinson, JancisRobinson.com, 17.5/20