The beautiful 2013 Chianti Classico Riserva Fontalpino is charming and inviting. It shows the soft and approachable side to this classic vintage with bold cherry and blackberry that segue to dark spice, tar and tobacco. Aromatically speaking, it runs the full Sangiovese gamut. The medium-bodied mouthfeel is classy and bright with integrated tannins and lingering softness.

The 2012 Chianti Classico Riserva Fontalpino comes off as simple and less nuanced next to the lower priced 2013 base Chianti Classico that was released at the same time. There is an evident note of fruity sweetness with dried cherry and prune. You'll also notice oak-driven notes of spice and cinnamon that are filtered within the wine's thick and juicy texture. A sour point of cherry fruit appears at the back.

Brimming with bright fruit aromas, the 2010 Chianti Classico Riserva shows a carefree and uninhibited personality at this young stage in the wine's life cycle. Cherry and spice are backed by tight mineral nuances that add focus and definition. In the mouth, this Chianti Classico Riserva shows a vert light and delicate touch.

The 2009 Chianti Classico Riserva is a beautifully balanced and compelling wine that delivers red fruit, black cherry, plum, leather and spice in quick succession. All parts are integrated nicely as a whole. The wine shows silky tannins that glide smoothly over the palate imparting more black fruit flavors along the way.