{"product_id":"castello-di-ama-haiku-2022","title":"Castello di Ama Haiku 2022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eType of wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHaiku by Castello di Ama is a still red wine with a Typical Geographical Indication (IGT) from Tuscany, produced from a balanced blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot. The Castello di Ama winery creates this wine with a structured and elegant profile through \u003cstrong\u003efermentation in steel\u003c\/strong\u003e followed by careful ageing in wood. On the palate, it is smooth, with \u003cstrong\u003evelvety tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e that balance its breadth, introducing intense aromas of blackberry, nutmeg, and clear \u003cstrong\u003ebalsamic notes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are grown in the Montebuoni Vineyard, located in Gaiole in Chianti in the heart of Tuscany. The plots are situated between 420 and 508 metres above sea level, with an optimal exposure that ensures precise aromatic ripening. The terroir features deep \u003cstrong\u003eclay-limestone soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, essential for giving the wine a solid tannic texture and excellent ageing potential. The introduction of Cabernet Franc to these parcels, guided by careful pedoclimatic analysis, enhances the \u003cstrong\u003elocal microclimate\u003c\/strong\u003e, faithfully reflecting the \u003cstrong\u003eterritory of origin\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction begins with a \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e in crates to preserve the integrity of the bunches. The varieties ferment separately using \u003cstrong\u003eindigenous yeasts\u003c\/strong\u003e in temperature-controlled steel tanks. Maceration on the skins lasts for twenty-five days, accompanied by constant manual pump-overs. This is followed by malolactic fermentation, which sets the stage for twelve months of ageing in fine-grained \u003cstrong\u003eoak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, before proceeding with the final blending.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in \u003cstrong\u003e2009\u003c\/strong\u003e in the historic Montebuoni Vineyard, this red from Castello di Ama draws inspiration from the essential nature of \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese poetry\u003c\/strong\u003e, embodying its perfect harmony. Under the guidance of oenologist Marco Pallanti, the project came to life following the replanting completed in 2001, a year that marked the introduction of the bold \u003cstrong\u003eCabernet Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e. This particular grape variety, carefully selected through in-depth pedoclimatic analysis to favour long ageing, blends with Sangiovese and Merlot to create a memorable celebration of the estate's prestigious winemaking history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Castello di Ama","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48239855632555,"sku":"62892","price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/castello-di-ama-haiku-2022_62892_1_c3b0072d-0c3e-4d4c-b39d-48c4a6fbe5e5.webp?v=1792949105","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-uk\/products\/castello-di-ama-haiku-2022","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}