At a glance

Producer

Viticcio

Region

Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy

Grape variety

Sangiovese (with minor percentages of Merlot and other authorized varieties)

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$22-$35 USD

Tasting profile

Red cherry, black plum, violet, dried herbs, tobacco, and subtle earth; integrated oak spice; medium body and fresh acidity

Evolution: Fruit profile will become more tertiary with age, shifting to leather, game, autumn leaves and dried herbs as tannins soften

At peak: Complex bouquet and silky palate at maturity, with full integration of oak and tertiary flavors

Structure

Acidity

Medium-high; energetic, gives lift and freshness

Tannins

Medium to high; firm and ripe, structured for aging

Alcohol

13.5%-14% ABV (typical for the region and style)

Aging potential

Good to excellent for category; 8-12 years from vintage in optimal conditions

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2028

Optimal window

2023 to 2030

Current status

Drinking well now; will improve with further bottle age

Current condition

Shows youthful fruit, tannin backbone, and bright acidity typical of Chianti Classico Riserva

Chianti Classico Riservas such as this are built to improve with bottle aging, allowing the tannins to soften and the flavors to deepen in complexity. The 2019 vintage in Tuscany was considered classic, providing balance and longevity.

Food pairing

Roast lamb, Bistecca alla Fiorentina, duck breast, aged Pecorino, wild mushroom risotto, Tuscan sausage, hearty vegetarian ragù

Serving

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — The wine has medium to high tannins and is structured for aging, which can benefit from aeration to soften the tannins and enhance the flavors.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Organic farming; no synthetic pesticides or herbicides; cover crops for soil health; hand harvest; native yeasts ferments; energy use reduction efforts; lightweight bottles and recyclable packaging; water conservation and waste water management on-site

Viticcio practices certified organic viticulture, avoiding synthetic agrochemicals and emphasizing soil health through cover cropping and biodiversity. The winery uses energy-saving strategies and lightweight, recyclable packaging to reduce its environmental impact. Water conservation and waste reduction are documented. While export to distant markets increases the wine’s carbon footprint, especially outside the EU, its overall sustainability is strong for the region and above average among peers. Viticcio’s commitment to organic certification places it among Tuscany’s more environmentally responsible producers.