At a glance

Producer

Ormanni

Region

Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy

Grape variety

Sangiovese (primarily, with possible small percentage of Canaiolo)

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$33-45 USD (2024 global retail range)

Tasting profile

Bright sour cherry, red currant, plum, dried herbs, violet, subtle sweet tobacco, and well-integrated spicy oak.

Evolution: From fresh fruit and firm acidity to a more velvety texture, expanding into savory notes of leather, earth, balsamic, and truffle with bottle age.

At peak: Graceful evolution toward tertiary notes—dried rose, cedar, forest floor—while retaining vibrancy and elegant balance.

Structure

Acidity

Medium-high, classic Tuscan vibrancy

Tannins

Medium-high, firm but ripe; can be grippy in youth

Alcohol

13.5-14% (typically stated for this cuvée and vintage)

Aging potential

12-15 years from vintage (2021-2036), potentially longer in top storage

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2027 to 2030

Optimal window

2025 to 2030

Current status

Excellent for cellaring, just entering an early drinking phase

Current condition

Youthful, firm structure, promising complexity; cellaring will add harmony

2021 marks an outstanding vintage in Chianti Classico (warm, but balanced), and Borro del Diavolo is a Riserva-level wine from a classic estate. Structural backbone (tannin, acidity), careful oak aging, and single-vineyard fruit mean this wine will gracefully age for 12-15 years, possibly more. Peak predicted 7-12 years from vintage per leading critics and producer guidelines.

Food pairing

Pair with Tuscan roast lamb, bistecca alla fiorentina, game birds, wild mushroom risotto, aged pecorino, or vegetarian bean and tomato stews.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To soften youthful tannins and allow complex aromas to evolve.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Ormanni employs integrated pest management and minimal intervention in both vineyard and cellar. Vineyards are farmed according to sustainable practices (minimal herbicide, hand-harvesting, traditional cover cropping). Drip irrigation is avoided to respect historical terroir, and the winery emphasizes native yeast fermentation for select parcels.

While Ormanni is not fully organic-certified, their Chianti Classico Riserva Borro del Diavolo is produced using sustainability-focused viticulture (low chemicals, responsible land use), with attention to biodiversity and low-impact winemaking. No synthetic fertilizers. Packaging choices, local sales, and focus on terroir further enhance sustainability. Overall, a solid score (7/10), though not a leader in formal sustainability certifications.