Riecine, Chianti Classico, DOCG, Tuscany, Italy, 2024

Product code: 4883

Producer Profile

Riecine is a historic estate in Gaiole in Chianti, with origins dating back to the 12th century and a modern winery established in 1971, when John Dunkley and Palmina Abbagnano acquired their first 1.5 hectares of vines.

Since then, Riecine has built a reputation as one of Chianti Classico’s most distinctive Sangiovese specialists, combining traditional Tuscan practices with thoughtful innovation. Today, under owner, CEO and winemaker Alessandro Campatelli, the estate is dedicated to expressing the purity, elegance and energy of high‑altitude Chianti Classico terroir. Its organically farmed vineyards, situated at around 400–600 metres above sea level, produce perfumed, expressive wines with freshness, structure and remarkable clarity of fruit. Riecine’s winemaking is defined by precision and restraint. Fermentation in Nomblot concrete tanks, ageing in concrete and/or large oak and amphorae, and a low‑intervention approach all help preserve the character of Sangiovese and the individuality of each site. From the pure, concrete‑aged Riecine di Riecine to the structured Chianti Classico Riserva, the single‑vineyard Vigna Gittori Gran Selezione and the richer La Gioia, Riecine continues to champion refined, authentic Tuscan wines with a clear sense of place, winning great praise both in Italy and internationally.

Viticulture

From a selection of vineyards in the Gaiole region of Chianti. From vines planted in organically certified soil (wine is not certified) of limestone and clay, the vines average 30 years old and are pruned double guyot style.

Winemaking

Harvested by hand, and sorted on a vibrating sorting out table, destemmed, and then a 15 day maceration in a Nomblot concrete tank. Fermentation with indigeneous yeast, with pumping overs before ageing for 13 months in a range of vessels including Nomblot eggs, used tonneaux and also large wooden casks (Grenier) before final blending.

Tasting Note

Pale crimson red colour. This has an exciting nose and bright acidity. Succulent, red fruit with fine, powerful tannins. This Sangiovese has taken on a Pinot Noir like guise.