Riecine Toscana Rosso 2021

Riecine Toscana Rosso 2021 is Riecine’s purest expression of Sangiovese from the hills of Gaiole in Chianti, crafted to capture the very soul of this celebrated terroir. Aged for more than two years in barriques, it marries depth and structure with a strikingly fresh, elegant profile. This cuvée is conceived as the estate’s benchmark Sangiovese, distilling everything Riecine stands for into one finely poised Tuscan red.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2021 shows a vibrant, medium ruby color with youthful brightness at the rim. The nose is immediately expressive, offering red cherry, wild strawberry and blood orange, layered with notes of violet, dried herbs, subtle spice and a faint, refined touch of oak. On the palate, it is precise and focused, with juicy red fruit at the core framed by Riecine’s signature mineral, finely grained tannins. Fresh acidity gives the wine lift and tension, while delicate nuances of tobacco leaf, crushed stone and a hint of sweet spice add complexity through the long, linear finish. The structure suggests very good aging potential: it is delicious now with a short decant, but will gain further harmony and aromatic complexity over the next 6–10 years.

Production
Sourced from high-altitude vineyards in the Gaiole area of Tuscany, the Sangiovese benefits from poor, stony soils and significant day–night temperature swings, which help preserve acidity and build aromatic intensity. Grapes are typically hand-harvested at optimal ripeness to ensure careful selection of bunches in the vineyard. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled vessels to protect the purity of fruit and the character of the terroir, followed by more than two years of maturation in barriques. This gentle élevage polishes the tannins, integrates the oak, and allows the wine’s mineral backbone and varietal precision to shine.

Food & Serving
Riecine Toscana Rosso 2021 is a natural match for classic Tuscan dishes such as bistecca alla fiorentina, pappardelle with wild boar ragù, roasted lamb, and aged pecorino. It also pairs beautifully with herb-roasted chicken, mushroom risotto, and grilled vegetables with rosemary and thyme. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) to highlight its freshness and aromatic detail. Decant for 30–60 minutes in its youth to soften the tannins and open up the bouquet, especially if enjoying it within the first few years after release.

Producer
Founded in the 1970s, Riecine quickly established itself as one of the most quality-focused estates in the Chianti Classico area, particularly around Gaiole. From the outset, the winery championed Sangiovese as a noble, site-expressive grape capable of great finesse rather than sheer power. Today, Riecine is widely respected for its elegant, terroir-driven wines that emphasize purity of fruit, bright acidity, and fine, mineral tannins. The estate has played a key role in redefining the reputation of Gaiole and Chianti Classico on the world stage, consistently earning acclaim for its precise, refined interpretations of Sangiovese.

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