In outstanding growing years, the term "RISERVA" is given to a wine rigorously selected from the oldest vineyards. This 100% Sangiovese is made from vineyards in Castelnuovo dell'Abate, at elevations of 150-350 metres on well-exposed hillslopes south-east of Montalcino. It is matured in Slavonian and French oak barrels for a minimum of 36 months to a maximum of 42 months.