Mazzei Chianti Classico Riserva Ser Lapo 2016
- ws94
- wa92+
Category | Red Wine |
Varietals | |
Region | Italy, Tuscany, Chianti Classico |
Brand | Mazzei |
Alcohol/vol | 13% |
Wine Spectator
- ws94
A vibrant yet brooding red, with bracing acidity driving the cherry, currant, iron, tobacco and almond flavors. Complex and intense, this needs a few years to absorb the tannins. Delivers fine presence and length. Sangiovese and Merlot. Best from 2022 through 2043. 10,000 cases made, 1,500 cases imported.
Wine Advocate
- wa92+
Here's a terrific wine, at a reasonable price point, that gives you an authentic albeit contemporary taste of Tuscany. The 2016 Chianti Classico Riserva Ser Lapo (made with 90% Sangiovese and 10% other red varieties including Merlot) reflects the best qualities of this classic vintage with sharp lines, good freshness and delineated contours. The wine shows a tight core of black fruit surrounded by softer layers of spice and smoke at the edges. Some 175,000 bottles were made.