Astrale Chianti Riserva 2021

A wine with time on its mind. The term, Riserva, indicates extended time in oak (two years, by law) and, on tasting, Astrale wouldn’t say no to more cellaring time. Or, if opening soon, give your glass a few good swishes of air to release its full, inner Sangiovese savouriness. Shows an earthy sheen of briar, twig, undergrowth and crushed herbs against ripe, black berries and red fruits with dark earthy tannins cutting a straight line across the palate. Structure is firm and acidity lends added freshness to the generous black and red fruits, spice and herbs. Opens up well with air.