Brancaia Riserva Chianti Classico 2019

The 2019 Chianti Classico Riserva is an organic blend of 80% Sangiovese and 20% Merlot. I can’t say enough good things about Barbara Widmer and her winemaking efforts in this wild and forested corner of Radda in Chianti. Her wines always express clarity and focus, and this is especially clear in a mid-range product like this. This vintage offers more concentration and darkness for sure, followed by blackberry and wild plum. There is oaky cinnamon and sweet spice at the back. Drink date: 2022-2035. Score – 94. (Monica Larner, robertparker.com, Feb. 9, 2023)