“Deeply chocolatey and meaty on the nose, like a long-developed molé with a quiet heat emerging at the back that gets louder on the palate, is joined by chili pepper and brick dust and then cherries and strawberries. A dark bitter-chocolate finish and sticky tannins hold it all together.” — Wine Enthusiast, Oct 2023

“The 2017 Don Luigi Riserva smolders up with a darkly alluring mix of musky black currants, sweet sage and crushed ashen stones. This is full-bodied and nearly creamy in feel. Depths of ripe dark fruits and exotic spices swirl throughout. There isn’t a hard edge in sight, while the 2017 blends brisk acidity with lingering notes of red plum and cedar. Just a touch of grippy tannin lurks beneath the surface. The balance here is stunning, yet some cellaring may be required to unlock further aromatic depth. That said, this is a beautiful rendition of Don Luigi Riserva.” — Vinous, Jul 2023