Tenuta Orsumella Corte Rinieri Chianti Classico Riserva 2019

A poised Chianti Classico Riserva from Tenuta Orsumella, with deep ruby color and a complex bouquet — combining juicy black fruits, spice, and structured tannins. Ideal for hearty Italian dining and aging.

Product Details

• 🍇 Grape Variety: Sangiovese & Cabernet Sauvignon — hand-harvested and hand-selected

• 📍 Region/Appellation: Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, San Casciano Val di Pesa, Tuscany, Italy — Alberese sandstone & Galestro marl soils 🏷

• Winery: Tenuta Orsumella (Menichetti family, BIO-certified vineyards since 2018) 

• 🍷 Type: Red – Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG

• 🌡 Alcohol Content: ~13–13.5% ABV 

• 📦 Bottle Size: 750 ml

• ⏳ Aging: Minimum 24 months in French oak, plus bottle aging before release 

Tasting Notes

Intense ruby red shifting to garnet. Aromas of raspberries, blackberries, cedar, citrus and warm spices. The palate is layered — dense fruit, firm tannic structure, harmonious acidity, and a fresh, persistent finish 

Critic Scores

• 90/100 average, 92 points from WinesCritic.com 

• Wine Spectator scored vintage with 95 points for balanced structure and finesse 

Food Pairing

Pairs beautifully with grilled meats, beef ragù, lamb, gamey stews, aged cheeses, and classic Tuscan dishes like tagliatelle with ragu or grilled Tuscan rib 

Aging & Cellaring

Drink now (with decanting to open aromatics), or cellar through 2026 for further integration and complexity

Winery Story 

About Tenuta Orsumella:
A family-run estate in San Casciano, governed by the Menichetti family since 1716. Sustainably managed and BIO-certified since 2018, Corte Rinieri reflects high-altitude terroir with sandstone and marl soils. Crafted with passion, it exemplifies the precision of Chianti Classico Riserva regulations and the estate’s commitment to quality