The 2019 Chianti Classico Riserva Vigna Viacosta is stellar. Dark, ample and explosive, the 2019 hits the palate with masses of black cherry, gravel, scorched earth, licorice and spice. Readers should plan on cellaring this for at least a few years, as the tannins are formidable today. It’s a Chianti Classico for readers who like strapping, brooding wines. The Viacosta is a rich Riserva endowed with Brunello-like structure, complexity and pedigree. It spent three years in cask and a year in cement.