Banfi, Chianti Classico Riserva (Tuscany, Italy) 2015

 When Banfi, an important player in Tuscany’s Montalcino district, moved into the neighboring Chianti Classico region some years back, everyone knew it was only a matter of time before the Banfi team emerged as a star in Chianti as well.   The 2015 Chianti Classico Riserva is a riveting wine, showing a savory top note along with gorgeous cherry fruit and dusty tannins.   Built for the long haul but enjoyable now, this vintage was a Platinum Award winner at the 2019 Critics Challenge International Wine & Spirits Competition.