Castello di Ama
Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lorenzo 2016
| Denomination | DOCG Chianti Classico Gran Selezione |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 80% Sangiovese, 13% Merlot, 7% Malvasia Nera |
| Aging | Aged in fine-grained oak barriques (18% new) for about 10 months, with malolactic fermentation carried out in barriques. |
| Other years | 2011 , 2013 , 2015 , 2018 , 2019 , 2020 , 2021 |
- Name and vintage: Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2016, Tuscany
- Grape variety: Sangiovese 80%, Merlot 13%, Malvasia Nera 7%
- Vinification: fermentation with indigenous yeasts in steel at 30–33 °C, manual pump-overs
- Ageing: malolactic fermentation in barrique; 10 months in fine-grained oak (18% new)
- Taste and pairings: notes of wild berries and spices; ideal with game and grilled beef
Description
What kind of wine it is
Castello di Ama San Lorenzo Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is a red wine with a structured and harmonious profile. Born from a careful blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Malvasia Nera, this glass reveals a fascinating aromatic complexity. On the nose, it offers intense aromas of wild berries, plum and jam, enriched by spicy hints of cinnamon and cloves, which then evolve into tertiary notes of tobacco and leather. The palate is distinguished by its velvety tannins that balance a juicy and rounded sip, finishing with a persistent, compact and deep finish.
Where it comes from
This wine takes its name from the San Lorenzo valley, located in Gaiole in Chianti, on whose slopes the vineyards of the Castello di Ama estate are situated. The soils, lying between four hundred and sixty and five hundred and twenty-five metres above sea level, are characterised by clay-limestone soils rich in stones, ideal for excellent water drainage. The perfect east and south-east exposure ensures optimal sunlight, while the strong temperature variations between day and night encourage regular ripening of the grapes and proper aromatic concentration.
How it is produced
The care in producing Castello di Ama San Lorenzo Chianti Classico Gran Selezione begins with a rigorous manual harvest, carried out to preserve the integrity of the bunches. The different varieties are vinified separately, starting spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. After a prolonged maceration with manual pumping over, the wine is transferred to fine-grained oak barrels, where it completes malolactic fermentation before the final blend and a subsequent rest of about ten months.
History and Curiosities
San Lorenzo pays tribute to the enchanting valley that surrounds the vineyards of Castello di Ama, nestled between two eighteenth-century villas. The ancient church of the same name located in Gaiole in Chianti has become the emblem of the estate, founded in 1976. Expertly overseen by Marco Pallanti, this prestigious Chianti Classico Gran Selezione embodies the very best of Tuscany. The 2016 vintage received widespread acclaim and a score of 95/100 from Robert Parker, offering the palate impeccable spicy harmony and velvety tannins that enhance every glass.
Awards
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2016
4Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2016
93/100
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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2016
94/100
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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2016
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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2016
94/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2016
3Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
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2016
95/100
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 2016 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Chianti Classico DOCG |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 80% Sangiovese, 13% Merlot, 7% Malvasia Nera |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Castello di Ama |
| Story | History and Curiosities San Lorenzo pays tribute to the enchanting valley that surrounds the vineyards of Castello di Ama, nestled between two eighteenth-century villas. The ancient church of the same name located in Gaiole in Chianti has become the emblem of the estate, founded in 1976. Expertly overseen by Marco Pallanti, this prestigious Chianti Classico Gran Selezione embodies the very best of Tuscany. The 2016 vintage received widespread acclaim and a score of 95/100 from Robert Parker, offering the palate impeccable spicy harmony and velvety tannins that enhance every glass. |
| Origin | Località Ama in Chianti - frazione Lecchi in Chianti - Gaiole in Chianti (SI) |
| Soil composition | Clayey-calcareous, medium-textured, rich in rock fragments |
| Cultivation system | Vertical trellis with simple Guyot pruning |
| Plants per hectare | 2800-5500 |
| Harvest | Between the end of September and the beginning of October |
| Fermentation temperature | Controlled between 30 and 33 °C |
| Production technique | Separate vinification for each grape variety in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature with indigenous yeasts and manual pump-overs; malolactic fermentation and ageing in fine-grained oak barriques |
| Wine making | Separate vinification for each variety in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures (30–33 °C) with indigenous yeasts and manual pump-overs; total maceration of 22 days for Sangiovese, 25 for Merlot, and 26 for Malvasia Nera; after racking, malolactic fermentation in barriques followed by blending of the varieties and subsequent ageing in fine-grained oak barriques (18% new) for about 10 months. |
| Aging | Aged in fine-grained oak barriques (18% new) for about 10 months, with malolactic fermentation carried out in barriques. |
| Year production | 89780 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |