Castell'in Villa, Chianti Classico Riserva, 2001 SPAINTCT26 fermented and raised in older

fermented and raised in older barrels before extended bottle aging

A wine that rewards contemplation

their home vineyard

this wine blends citrus and green apple with subtle mineral undertones

where Syrah thrives in the sun-soaked slopes of steep vineyards

Castell'in Villa, Chianti Classico Riserva, 2001 SPAINTCT26 fermented and raised in olderCastell'in Villa is a standard bearer for fine, traditionally made Chianti Classico, run by a thoughtful, philosophical winemaker who has never chased fashion. This is the Riserva from 2001, a strong Tuscan vintage, and from a private cellar it now drinks with graceful maturity, the bright Sangiovese acidity intact while the fruit turns to dried cherry and the savory, leathery notes of age come forward. It's a wonderful argument for what classic