Rocca di Montegrossi is located in Monti in Chianti (Gaiole) in the heart of Chianti Classico. The name comes from the historic fortress that was built during the Longobard period (600-800 AD) by Geremia, ancestor of the Ricasoli-Firidolfi family, and destroyed in 1530. Marco is part of the Ricasoli family that wrote the story of Chianti Classico, creating the formula for the wine we know today at the site of what is now his San Marcellino vineyard. Geremia is a blend of 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, aged 24 months barrique and tonneaux (15% new). A structured and complex wine with an intense nose of wild berry fruit, sour cherry, currants, liquorice and vanilla, the palate is both powerful and velvety with great balance and will reward cellaring. The 2017 Geremia is a revelation. It might be even better than the 2015 or 2016, which is saying a lot. Soaring aromatics make a strong first impression. In 2017, the fruit profile leans more into the red fruit end of the spectrum. Today, the 2017 Geremia is a total pleasure bomb. Don't miss it. 97 points, Antonio Galloni for Vinous
