Tenuta di Renieri Chianti Classico Reserva 2021 Review | A Safe Bet from Tuscany

This week, the guys pop open the 2021 Tenuta di Renieri Chianti Classico Riserva. A $25 bottle that James Suckling stamped with 95 points. The question, does that score really hold up?

Along the way we dig into what separates Chianti Classico from the rest of Chianti, the rules behind Riserva and Gran Riserva, and why the black rooster on the label actually matters.

We also roll out our brand-new game Viterations, where this Riserva gets reimagined as a car, a cheese, and even an Italian speedo.

Looking for a solid Sangiovese that won’t empty your wallet? This one might be your next dinner table pick.

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Chapters00:00 - Welcome and Wine Introduction02:30 - Why This Bottle? $25 and 95 Points05:20 - First Impressions and Tasting Notes10:30 - Structure, Balance, and Finish16:30 - Old World vs. New World Discussion
18:00 - Learning Segment – Chianti Classico, Riserva, and Gran Riserva
25:30 - How Air and Decanting Change the Wine
28:00 - The Review
30:30 - Food Pairings and Dinner Table Potential
33:00 - New Game: Viterations
36:30 - Closing Thoughts