The 2007 Chianti Classico Riserva Coltassala is much more successful than the straight Riserva. Here, too, the French oak is quite present, but there is more than enough fruit to balance the oak. There is also a vibrancy that keeps the fruit fresh, while clean, minerally notes punctuate the finish. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2022. Volpaia is a fortified, self contained medieval village located in this hills of Radda. This beautiful property is worth a visit for its history alone. The facilities are literally bursting at the seams with modern oenological equipment that pushes the boundaries of what these centuries-old structures can accommodate. Given the cramped quarters, it is a small miracle wines of this level are made here at all. Readers will find Volpaia’s under $25 wines reviewed in Issue 190. Importer: Wilson Daniels Ltd, St. Helena, CA; tel. (707) 963-9661