Riecine Vigna Gittori Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2020

Riecine Vigna Gittori Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2020 is a pure, finely etched expression of Sangiovese from one of Gaiole’s most admired estates. Sourced from the single vineyard Vigna Gittori, this Gran Selezione captures the tension between elegant florality and vibrant Tuscan fruit, wrapped in ultra-fine tannins. Awarded 97 points by James Suckling, it stands out as a benchmark Chianti Classico for collectors and Sangiovese purists alike.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2020 Vigna Gittori shows a luminous, medium ruby hue with garnet flashes at the rim, signaling both freshness and underlying structure. The nose is intensely perfumed yet precise, with lifted aromas of rose petals and violets, ripe red cherries, wild strawberries, and a delicate touch of white peach and citrus zest. Subtle notes of crushed stone, dried herbs, and a hint of sweet spice add complexity without weighing the wine down. On the palate, this is all about finesse and length rather than power. Medium-bodied and beautifully balanced, it offers juicy red cherry and sour cherry fruit layered with blood orange, peach skin, and hints of pomegranate. The acidity is bright and crunchy, giving the wine real energy, while the ultra-fine, powdery tannins glide seamlessly from start to a very long, persistent finish. There is a crystalline purity to the fruit that reflects both careful farming and sensitive winemaking. While already superbly drinkable, the structure and balance suggest a graceful aging window of 10–15 years, during which it will gain further complexity and silkiness.

Production
Vigna Gittori lies in the hills of Gaiole in Chianti, at elevations that favor slow, even ripening of Sangiovese and excellent natural acidity. The soils are classic Chianti Classico—mixes of galestro and alberese (marl and limestone)—which give the wine its minerality, tension, and aromatic lift. Riecine farms its vineyards organically (and effectively biodynamically in spirit), with low yields and a focus on precise canopy management to preserve freshness in a warming climate. Grapes are carefully hand-harvested in small crates to ensure only perfectly ripe, healthy clusters reach the cellar. Fermentation traditionally takes place in concrete or large neutral vessels with native yeasts, allowing a gentle extraction that protects the delicate floral and citrus notes. The Gran Selezione then ages in large-format oak and/or well-seasoned barrels, rather than overt new barrique, to refine tannins and add subtle texture while keeping the fruit and terroir expression front and center.

Food & Serving
This elegant yet structured Gran Selezione pairs beautifully with refined Tuscan and Italian cuisine. Think bistecca alla fiorentina, grilled lamb chops with rosemary, roasted pork loin with fennel, or classic dishes like pappardelle al ragù di cinghiale (wild boar ragù). Its floral, high-toned profile also works well with truffle dishes, mushroom risotto, roast poultry, and aged pecorino or Parmigiano-Reggiano. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) in large Burgundy or Bordeaux-style glasses to showcase the aromatics. Younger bottles will benefit from 60–90 minutes in a decanter to allow the bouquet and tannins to fully unfurl, while mature bottles may only need a gentle splash-decant to remove sediment.

Producer
Riecine, located in Gaiole in Chianti, was founded in the 1970s and quickly earned a reputation as one of the estates that helped redefine Chianti Classico as a source of world-class, terroir-driven wines. From the outset, the philosophy has been centered on pure Sangiovese, organic farming, and minimalist, transparent winemaking—long before these became fashionable buzzwords. The high-altitude vineyards and rocky soils give Riecine wines their hallmark freshness, finesse, and aromatic clarity. Over the decades, Riecine has become a reference point for elegant, Burgundy-like interpretations of Sangiovese in Tuscany, with cuvées such as Vigna Gittori and their Gran Selezione bottlings frequently earning top scores and strong critical acclaim, reinforcing the estate’s importance in the modern story of Chianti Classico.

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