The 2021 Chianti Classico RS Cultusboni is rich, boisterous and quite appealing. I would open it in advance to allow some of the youthful brawn to soften. A burst of red-toned fruit, pipe tobacco, cedar and sweet spice makes a strong first impression. Bright acids keep the flavors vibrant on the persistent finish.

This red exhibits saturated flavors of black cherry and blackberry fruit, with accents of earth and spices. This is all about the immediate impact, with moderate length. Drink now through 2026.