Banfi, Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG (Tuscany, Italy) 2015

Sep 24, 2019

By Robert Whitley

 This famous producer from Tuscany’s Montalcino district has staked out a position in the neighboring Chianti region and has found remarkable success there, too.  The beauty in that is the price.  The excellent Chianti wines from Banfi sell for a fraction of the price of Brunello and are exceedingly drinkable when young.  The 2015 Riserva exhibits notes of black cherry and spice, with moderate tannins and wonderful balance.   A Platinum Award winner at the 2019 Sommelier Challenge International Wine & Spirits Competition.  

Country / Region

Tuscany, Italy

Appellation

Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG

Grape Variety

Color

Red

Vintage

2015

Score

94

Price

US $ 20.00

Producer

Banfi