Castello di Ama Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lorenzo 2022

Castello di Ama San Lorenzo 2022 is a distinguished Chianti Classico Gran Selezione from one of Tuscany’s most celebrated estates. A structured blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Malvasia Nera, it combines the freshness and character of high-altitude Gaiole with refined oak influence. The wine takes its name from the historic San Lorenzo valley, whose vineyards are among Castello di Ama’s most prestigious sites.

Tasting Notes
Bright ruby red in the glass, this Chianti Classico opens with expressive aromas of ripe cherry, blackberry and plum, layered with hints of leather, spice and subtle earthy nuances. On the palate, lively acidity gives the wine energy and precision, while polished tannins provide a firm yet harmonious structure. The finish is long and persistent, with returning notes of dark fruit, spice and earth. Its balance of freshness, concentration and tannic structure gives the 2022 good ageing potential. It can be enjoyed now after some aeration, but should develop added complexity over the coming years when properly cellared.

Production
The San Lorenzo vineyards are situated in Gaiole in Chianti at approximately 460–525 metres above sea level, on medium-textured clay-limestone soils rich in stones and offering excellent drainage. Significant day-to-night temperature variations encourage slow, even ripening and help preserve aromatic intensity. The grapes are harvested by hand and delivered intact to the winery. Sangiovese, Merlot and Malvasia Nera are vinified separately in stainless-steel tanks with indigenous yeasts, with regular manual pump-overs to extract colour and fragrance. After racking, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation in oak, before the lots are blended and aged for around ten months in fine-grained oak barrels.

Food & Serving
A natural partner for grilled or roasted red meats, Tuscan-style pasta dishes with rich meat or mushroom sauces, and mature hard cheeses. Serve at approximately 16–18°C. Decant for 30–60 minutes before serving, particularly when opening a young bottle, to soften the tannins and allow the wine’s fruit and savoury nuances to unfold.

Producer
Castello di Ama is a historic estate in the heart of Chianti Classico, located near Gaiole in Chianti and surrounded by a remarkable collection of high-altitude vineyards. The estate is recognised for producing precise, elegant wines that express the character of its individual sites, while its San Lorenzo bottling represents one of its Gran Selezione expressions. Its combination of traditional Tuscan varieties, careful vineyard work and considered ageing has made Castello di Ama an important name in the region.

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