The Fattoria la Ripa 2013 Chianti Classico Riserva (made with organic grapes) shows polished tannins over a mid-weight texture with plenty of wild berry, bramble, cypress and crushed flower. This is an elegantly aged and evolved expression that still shows the bright intensity of the fruit despite the eight years that have passed since the harvest. Available at a reasonable price, it would make a fine choice for grilled steak and mushrooms.

Marked by distinctive leather and sweet pipe tobacco elements, this red is full of fading cherry, plum and bitter almond flavors. Assertive tannins guard the finish. Best from 2020 through 2030. 500 cases made, 100 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Chianti Classico Select to Add

A dense, muscular style, with saturated cherry, iron and earth flavors. Dry and savory in the best sense, this offers a lingering aftertaste of tart cherry, tobacco and earth notes. Best from 2014 through 2024. 833 cases made, 833 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Chianti Classico Select to Add