2017 Castello Vicchiomaggio Chianti Classico Riserva Ag

2017 Castello Vicchiomaggio Chianti Classico Riserva Ag

2017 Castello Vicchiomaggio Chianti Classico Riserva Ag

Typical bright Sangiovese ruby red. Ripe fruit on the nose. Hints of cherry and berries, firm tannins, power with a dry pleasing finish. Excellent now will develop/improve over the coming years.

Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate (93/100)
This is a special anniversary edition that celebrates 45 years of this wine made by John Matta (1971-2016). The Castello Vicchiomaggio 2016 Chianti Classico Riserva Agostino Peri shows upfront layers of tart cherry and crisp plum. These primary aromas give lift and momentum to the bouquet, although warmer notes of earth and oak spice fill in nicely at the rear. This is a classic expression of cool Greve in Chianti from a classic vintage.

Vinous (90/100)
The 2016 Chianti Classico Riserva Agostino Petri is absolutely delicious. Sweet dark cherry, plum, licorice, spice, menthol and new leather are pushed forward. Soft, open-knit and wonderfully inviting, the 2016 will drink well right out of the gate. There is a sense of immediacy here that is striking, while the inclusion of 10% Cabernet Sauvignon adds lovely savoriness as well as structure.

After many adventurous years spent working in restaurants of Turin, Evian Les Bains and Paris, Federico Matta (born in Asti, Italy) started importing wine in London. F.S. Matta Ltd became the largest and most dynamic importer of Italian wines and spirits in the United Kingdom, introducing previously unknown products, such as Campari, Gancia, acqua San Pellegrino, Olio Bertolli, Bolla and a myriad of other products that, thanks to the English showcase, have become leading brands in exports. FS Matta Ltd was acquired by Beecham pharmaceutical group in order to diversify production in the wine sector. Federico Matta, still full of energy at 75 years, now focuses his efforts on Castello Vicchiomaggio which he purchased two years ago.

In 1970, after studying at the School of Viticulture and Enology in Alba (Piedmont, Italy), for three years while also being active in the trade of wines in the UK, John Matta (son of Frederio) began his career at Castello Vicchiomaggio. As an expert on the importance of soil characteristics, low yields and sustainable traditional agriculture, John initiated an extremely prudent, and highly innovative step at the time, replanting the vines in line with his philosophy. Sangiovese is predominant of course, along with Cabernet and Merlot. In the process of wine production, John prefers wines that use oak sparingly and is an avid supporter of traditional oak barrels. His style makes the production elegant characterized by excellent longevity.