About Chianti Classico Riserva
- Style
- Red
- Grape Varieties
- Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Colorino
- Price Range
- $30-38
One of Italy's longest continuously produced Riserva labels and Castello di Monsanto's highest-volume wine, an estate blend of roughly 90% Sangiovese with Canaiolo and Colorino. Aged longer in large oak than the base Chianti Classico, it shows the structure and savory depth that built the Bianchi family's reputation.
This is one of the oldest continuously produced Riserva labels in Chianti Classico — proof that Monsanto's reputation was never about hype.
New to wine?
A step up in structure and complexity from the base Chianti Classico — still approachable, but built to reward patience.
Food Pairings
Suited to roasted lamb, porcini mushroom risotto, and aged pecorino; the firm tannins also love richer, slow-cooked dishes.
When to drink it
Special dinners, gifting, cellar-worthy purchases
Terroir & Winemaking
Roughly 90% Sangiovese, 10% Canaiolo and Colorino from estate vineyards; fermented in stainless steel, aged in large Slavonian oak botti for an extended period beyond the base Chianti Classico, followed by bottle aging before release. Built to age 10-12+ years.
About the producer
Castello di MonsantoCreator of Il Poggio, the first single-vineyard Chianti Classico.Visit the producer page →More wines from Castello di Monsanto
- Chianti ClassicoRed · Sangiovese · Canaiolo · Colorino
- Fabrizio Bianchi ChardonnayWhite · Chardonnay
- Fabrizio Bianchi RosatoRosé · Sangiovese
- Fabrizio Bianchi Sangioveto GrossoRed · Sangiovese
- Il PoggioRed · Sangiovese · Canaiolo · Colorino
- La ChimeraSweet · Malvasia · Trebbiano
Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes this Riserva historically notable?
- It is one of the longest continuously produced Riserva labels in Chianti Classico and remains Castello di Monsanto's highest-volume wine.
- How long can it age?
- Well-made vintages can develop beautifully for 10 to 12 years or more.
- What food does it pair best with?
- Rich, slow-cooked dishes such as roasted lamb, porcini risotto, and aged cheeses suit its firm tannins and savory depth.
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