il Molino di Grace Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2022 Rated 92VM

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Rated 92
The 2022 Chianti Classico Riserva is laced with dark red cherry, plum, mocha, new leather, licorice and incense. Rich and heady, with terrific balance, the 2022 has a lot to offer. It's a terrific example of the style at Molino di Grace these days. All the elements are so well balanced. Floral overtones reappear to close out the finish. Drinking Window 2025-2034.

Il Molino di Grace Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2022

Elegant. Structured. A beautifully crafted Riserva that captures the soul of traditional Chianti Classico.
From organically farmed hillside vineyards in Panzano's famed “Conca d'Oro,” Il Molino di Grace's 2022 Chianti Classico Riserva delivers depth, purity, and classic Tuscan character. Aged to perfection, this Riserva balances vibrant Sangiovese fruit with refined tannins and polished oak, offering a wine that is both expressive today and built for graceful aging.

Key Details

• Producer: Il Molino di Grace
• Region: Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy
• Classification: Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG
• Varietal: Sangiovese (with small traditional blends possible)
• Farming: Organic
• Aging: Extended maturation in oak for structure and complexity
• ABV: ~14%

Tasting Notes

• Dark cherry, black plum, and dried red berries
• Notes of tobacco, leather, and warm Tuscan herbs
• Hints of cocoa, cedar, and subtle spice from oak aging
• Firm yet polished tannins with a long, savory finish

Profile Summary:
Nose: Red and black fruit, dried herbs, leather, oak spice.
Palate: Cherry, plum, tobacco, earthy minerality, refined tannins.
Finish: Long, elegant, and classically Tuscan.

Why You'll Love It

• A benchmark Riserva from one of Chianti Classico's most respected organic estates
• Perfect balance of fruit, earth, and savory complexity
• Excellent structure for aging, yet beautifully drinkable now
• Ideal for fans of traditional, terroir?driven Sangiovese

Food Pairing

• Bistecca alla Fiorentina or grilled ribeye
• Pappardelle with wild boar ragù
• Roasted vegetables, mushrooms, or herb?infused dishes
• Aged pecorino or Parmigiano?Reggiano