{"product_id":"castello-di-ama-chianti-classico-gran-selezione-gaiole-san-lorenzo-2022","title":"Castello di Ama Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Gaiole San Lorenzo 2022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCastello di Ama San Lorenzo Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is an elegant and profound Tuscan red wine. This structured \u003cstrong\u003eblend\u003c\/strong\u003e combines Sangiovese, Merlot and Malvasia Nera grapes, presenting a brilliant ruby colour. The nose reveals intense aromas of cherry, blackberry and plum, enriched by notes of leather and spices. On the palate, it stands out for its \u003cstrong\u003evibrant freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e and harmonious tannins, finishing with a persistent finale and delicate earthy hints. Its aromatic complexity pairs perfectly with \u003cstrong\u003egrilled red meats\u003c\/strong\u003e, flavourful first courses and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine takes its name from the evocative San Lorenzo valley and is born in the renowned vineyards of Castello di Ama, in Gaiole in Chianti. The vines grow on \u003cstrong\u003eclay-limestone soils\u003c\/strong\u003e of medium texture, rich in stones, which ensure excellent drainage. The exposure, combined with an altitude between 460 and 525 metres, creates an ideal microclimate. The strong \u003cstrong\u003etemperature variations\u003c\/strong\u003e between day and night encourage a slow ripening of the grapes, concentrating the aromas in the berries. These characteristics of the \u003cstrong\u003ehilly terroir\u003c\/strong\u003e result in a linear sip with great character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction begins with a rigorous \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e of the bunches, which arrive intact at the winery for crushing. The varieties are vinified separately, starting fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures thanks to the action of indigenous yeasts. During this phase, constant \u003cstrong\u003emanual pump-overs\u003c\/strong\u003e help extract colour and aromas. After racking, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation in \u003cstrong\u003ebarrels\u003c\/strong\u003e. Finally, the different batches are blended and aged for about ten months in \u003cstrong\u003efine-grained oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, shaping the wine's final structure.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lorenzo from Castello di Ama takes its name from the valley of the same name, home to historic and prestigious vineyards. This majestic expression of the region, enhanced by \u003cstrong\u003eMerlot and Malvasia Nera\u003c\/strong\u003e, matures patiently in \u003cstrong\u003eoak barriques\u003c\/strong\u003e, developing absolute elegance and intense notes of ripe red fruits. Positioned at the pinnacle of the DOCG quality pyramid, the superb 2021 vintage captivates with its vibrant freshness and has been acclaimed by international critics with the renowned \u003cstrong\u003e99 points from James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Castello di Ama","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47580641165483,"sku":"62357","price":69.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-fi\/products\/castello-di-ama-chianti-classico-gran-selezione-gaiole-san-lorenzo-2022","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}