Castello di Volpaia
Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG
An iconic, pure, 100% Sangiovese, the Riserva marks the elevation of Chianti Classico to the world stage—famously becoming the first Chianti to reach the Wine Spectator Top 3 (2015 vintage).
At 2,000 feet, this is one of the highest-elevation wineries in the Chianti region. The vineyards are located in Casavecchia, Casetto, Castellino, Campo a Prato, Pratolino, Santa Caterina, Santa Maria Novella, Vignavecchia.
- Region
- Tuscany
- Appellation
- Chianti Classico DOCG Riserva
- Varietal Composition
- Sangiovese
- Aging
- 24 months in a combination of Slovenian and French oak casks, then a minimum of 3 months in bottle.
- Alcohol
- 13.78%
The Chianti Classico Riserva boasts a beautiful ruby red hue, accented with a subtle trace of garnet, which adds to its visual appeal. On the nose, it offers an elegant bouquet that delicately displays hints of spice and fruit, creating a complex and inviting aroma. This wine is exceptionally well-
structured, featuring smooth and refined tannins that give it a balanced and harmonious character.
Wine Enthusiast
91 Points
2022
"On the nose, savory-leading aromas of damp earth and pencil shavings are balanced by the sweetness of cherries. That cherry element is lifted on the palate by red plums, raspberries, and fresh orange slices, before a note of salted chocolate comes out on the finish."
— Danielle Callegari, 2025
