Chianti Classico Riserva
キャンティ・クラシコ・リゼルヴァ
Cantina Barbanera
Sangiovese · Merlot · Canaiolo Nero
About this wine
Barbanera's Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, made predominantly from Sangiovese with Merlot and Canaiolo Nero, follows the stricter Chianti Classico appellation rules and the extended Riserva aging requirement. It shows violet and fresh cherry aromatics, fine-meshed medium-intensity tannins, and good tension, at around 13% ABV — a more structured, age-worthy step above regular Chianti.
A structured, food-ready red for those ready to move beyond simple Chianti.
Sommelier's Note
"This is the Riserva to reach for when Chianti needs to hold its own against a red-meat main course."
Food Pairings
Pairs well with grilled red meats, wild boar ragù, aged pecorino, and porcini mushroom dishes.
When to drink it
Formal dinners, red-meat centered menus, cellaring for a few years
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Sangiovese, Merlot, Canaiolo Nero
- Style
- Red
- Alcohol
- 13.0%
- Price Range
- $18-24 (reference estimate based on comparable Chianti Classico Riserva US retail pricing; exact Barbanera-specific listing not confirmed)
Terroir & Winemaking
Predominantly Sangiovese (Chianti Classico DOCG minimum 80%) with Merlot and Canaiolo Nero; aged a minimum of 24 months per Riserva regulations, including oak aging. ABV approx. 13.0%.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How is Chianti Classico Riserva different from Chianti Riserva?
- Chianti Classico comes only from the historic central zone between Florence and Siena and follows stricter production rules (minimum 80% Sangiovese, lower yields), giving it more concentration and structure.
- What does this wine taste like?
- Violet and fresh cherry aromatics with fine, medium-intensity tannins and good acidic tension.
- What food pairs well with it?
- Grilled red meats, wild boar ragù, aged pecorino, and mushroom dishes.
- What is the alcohol content?
- Approximately 13.0% ABV.
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