Castello di Ama
Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lorenzo 2022
| Denomination | DOCG Chianti Classico Gran Selezione |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 80% Sangiovese, 13% Merlot, 7% Malvasia Nera |
| Aging | After malolactic fermentation, the wine is matured in fine-grained oak barriques for approximately 10 months (18% new). |
| Other years | 2011 , 2013 , 2015 , 2016 , 2018 , 2019 , 2020 |
- Wine profile: Elegant red from Tuscany, bright ruby colour, long and persistent finish
- Grape varieties: Sangiovese, Merlot and Malvasia Nera; notes of cherry, blackberry, leather and spices
- Origin: Gaiole in Chianti, San Lorenzo valley; well-drained clay-limestone soils
- Vinification: Indigenous yeasts in stainless steel at 30–33°C; aged for 10 months in barriques (18% new)
- Pairings: Ideal with red meats, savoury pasta dishes, mature cheeses; decant for 1 hour
Description
What kind of wine it is
Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lorenzo by Castello di Ama is a Tuscan red wine of great structure and depth. This blend combines Sangiovese, Merlot and Malvasia Nera grapes, expressing a vibrant and textural profile. On the nose, intense notes of cherry, blackberry and plum stand out, embellished by elegant hints of leather and spices. On the palate, the tannic structure is enveloping and harmonious, supported by a pleasant freshness. The finish is persistent, with delicate echoes of wet earth and well-integrated spices, the result of ageing in oak barrels, and it is perfect for pairing with grilled red meats, rich first courses and matured cheeses.
Where it comes from
This wine originates in the renowned San Lorenzo valley, among the hills of Gaiole in Chianti. The vineyards grow on clay-limestone soils rich in rock fragments, characterised by optimal drainage. Situated between 460 and 525 metres above sea level, the rows enjoy an ideal microclimate for viticulture. Significant temperature fluctuations between day and night favour a slow ripening of the bunches, concentrating the aromas in the berries. Cultivated using the simple Guyot system, the vines faithfully convey the identity of the terroir of origin.
How it is produced
Production begins with a meticulous hand-harvesting of the grapes. The different varieties ferment separately in temperature-controlled steel tanks, thanks to the action of indigenous yeasts. A prolonged maceration, managed with frequent pump-overs, ensures an excellent extraction of colour and body. At the end of malolactic fermentation, the wine ages for approximately ten months in fine-grained oak barrels. This process favours the integration of the components and outlines the final structure of the wine.
History and interesting facts
Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lorenzo takes its name from the valley of the same name located in Gaiole in Chianti, famous for its historic vineyards. This elegant blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Malvasia Nera, aged in fine-grained barriques, represents the pinnacle of quality of the DOCG. A signature label of the estate and part of the prestigious “The Wines of Castello di Ama” collection, it has captivated international critics, boasting 98 James Suckling points, 95 from Parker and Vinous, 94 from Decanter and 93 from Wine Spectator. A true Tuscan masterpiece.
Awards
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2022
94/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2022
98/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2022
95/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2022
95/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2022
93/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1976
- Oenologist: Marco Pallanti
- Bottles produced: 320.000
- Hectares: 75
To date, Castello di Ama owns and manages about 75 hectares of vineyards and 40 hectares of olive groves, relying on the work of more than 60 people. The role of general manager and oenologist is held continuously by Marco Pallanti, who served, between 2006 and 2012, as President of the Chianti Classico Consortium, bringing the contribution of the creation of the 'Gran Selezione' category with the aim of highlighting the extraordinary quality and diversity of the region's wines. Read more
| Name | Castello di Ama Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lorenzo 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Chianti Classico DOCG |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 80% Sangiovese, 13% Merlot, 7% Malvasia Nera |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Castello di Ama |
| Story | History and interesting facts Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lorenzo takes its name from the valley of the same name located in Gaiole in Chianti, famous for its historic vineyards. This elegant blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Malvasia Nera, aged in fine-grained barriques, represents the pinnacle of quality of the DOCG. A signature label of the estate and part of the prestigious "The Wines of Castello di Ama" collection, it has captivated international critics, boasting 98 James Suckling points, 95 from Parker and Vinous, 94 from Decanter and 93 from Wine Spectator. A true Tuscan masterpiece. |
| Origin | Ama locality in Chianti, the hamlet of Lecchi in Chianti, Gaiole in Chianti (Siena) |
| Soil composition | Clay-limestone, rich in stones |
| Cultivation system | Vertical trellis with single Guyot pruning |
| Plants per hectare | 2,800-5,500 |
| Harvest | Generally between the end of September and the beginning of October |
| Fermentation temperature | 30 to 33 °C |
| Fermentation | Total duration of the cuvaison: 22 days for the Sangiovese, 25 days for the Merlot and 26 days for the Malvasia Nera |
| Production technique | Manual harvesting; crushing; alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks (30-33 °C) with maceration and pump-overs; malolactic fermentation in barriques; blending; ageing in fine-grained oak barriques for approximately 10 months (18% new) |
| Wine making | Vinification was started with indigenous yeasts and conducted separately for each variety in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks (30-33°C), with maceration and manual pump-overs; total duration of the cuvaison: 22 days for Sangiovese, 25 for Merlot and 26 for Malvasia Nera. After racking, malolactic fermentation takes place in barriques; the batches are then blended and the wine ages in fine-grained oak barriques for approximately 10 months (18% new). |
| Aging | After malolactic fermentation, the wine is matured in fine-grained oak barriques for approximately 10 months (18% new). |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |