Castello di Ama Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lorenzo 2015

Castello di Ama Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lorenzo 2015 is a benchmark Tuscan red that captures the elegance and depth of top-tier Chianti Classico. Named after the picturesque San Lorenzo valley, home to 18th-century villas Pianigiani and Ricucci, this wine is crafted exclusively from estate-grown fruit. As a Gran Selezione, it represents the pinnacle of the Chianti Classico quality pyramid, guaranteeing both provenance and exceptional craftsmanship.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2015 San Lorenzo shows a deep, vibrant ruby color with garnet reflections beginning to emerge at the rim. The nose is refined and complex, opening with ripe red cherries, blackcurrants, and wild berries, followed by florals of violets and dried rose. Layers of tobacco leaf, cedar, sweet spices, and a touch of leather and graphite add further intrigue. On the palate, this is a structured yet beautifully polished wine, with Sangiovese’s vibrant acidity at its core, enriched by the dark-fruited plushness of Merlot and the spicy lift of Malvasia Nera. You’ll find flavors of sour cherry, plum, blood orange, and wild herbs, framed by fine-grained tannins and a long, savory finish with notes of balsamic, licorice, and subtle oak. The 2015 vintage has the concentration and balance to age gracefully; it is already drinking very well but will continue to evolve for 10–15 years from vintage, gaining further complexity and tertiary nuances.

Production
The San Lorenzo 2015 is sourced from Castello di Ama’s own vineyards in the heart of Chianti Classico, where altitudes, stony galestro and limestone soils, and strong diurnal temperature shifts give the grapes both ripeness and tension. The fruit comes from mature vines, many well over 10 years old, and is carefully hand-harvested parcel by parcel to ensure optimal selection. After meticulous sorting, the Sangiovese, Merlot, and Malvasia Nera are vinified with temperature-controlled fermentations to preserve aromatics and purity of fruit, followed by extended maceration for structure and complexity. The wine is then aged in quality oak (a significant portion in barriques and tonneaux), allowing the tannins to soften and the components to harmonize before bottling as Gran Selezione.

Food & Serving
This Gran Selezione is an outstanding partner to classic Tuscan fare such as bistecca alla fiorentina, roast lamb with herbs, wild boar ragù, and aged Pecorino Toscano. It also pairs beautifully with slow-braised beef, game birds, mushroom risotto, and truffle-infused dishes. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) in large Burgundy or Bordeaux-style glasses. Decant for 1–2 hours if drinking now to fully open the bouquet and soften the tannins, especially while the wine is still in its youthful, structured phase.

Producer
Castello di Ama is one of Chianti Classico’s most esteemed estates, located in the historic hamlet of Ama in the Gaiole subzone, an area long recognized for producing wines of remarkable finesse and longevity. Since the late 20th century, the estate has been a driving force in the qualitative renaissance of Chianti Classico, combining meticulous vineyard work with thoughtful, modern winemaking. Their focus on estate fruit, careful cru selection, and a deep respect for Sangiovese has earned Castello di Ama international acclaim and consistently high critical ratings. The Gran Selezione San Lorenzo stands as one of their flagship wines, symbolizing both the estate’s heritage and the modern potential of Chianti Classico at its highest level.

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