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SKU: 570249
Chianti Classico San Lorenzo Gran Selezione Castello di Ama 2020 (750ML)
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Castello di Ama San Lorenzo is named after the picturesque San Lorenzo valley viewed from the estate’s eighteenth-century Villa Pianigiani and Villa Ricucci. This wine is produced from the finest grapes grown in the historic vineyards Bellavista, Casuccia, San Lorenzo and Montebuoni. An expression of Sangiovese blended with the smallest quantities of Merlot and Malvasia Nera, the hallmarks of this complex wine are finesse, elegance, intensity, length and freshness. Castello di Ama San Lorenzo has a remarkable ability to evolve, developing aromatic complexity and exemplary intensity over time.
Winemaker's Notes
Deep ruby red in color. A fruity nose with red cherry and strawberry, orange zest and licorice. Tertiary hints of leather. Juicy and succulent on the palate with ripe red fruits that are intriguing and long lasting. The tannins are firm but delicate. The finish has notes of dark red fruits, wet ground and wood.
Wine Summary
80% Sangiovese, 13% Merlot, 7% Malvasia Nera; alcohol:
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Country
Italy
Region
Tuscany
Appellation
Chianti Classico
Color
Red
Varietal
Sangiovese
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Critic Reviews
Wine Advocate
95 Points
The 2019 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lorenzo draws its fruit from various sites selected throughout the estate, and for that reason, it is often the most representative wine from Castello di Ama (despite its more approachable price). This vintage is especially interesting, showing a more formal quality of tannins for longer aging potential and softly extracted dark fruit that sets it apart. Vintner Marco Pallanti likens 2019 to 2004 or 2016, some of the best vintages in recent memory. The wine is partially aged in new oak, and the percentage of new barrels used depends on the vintage conditions. This edition sees 20% new oak, medium toast and fine grains. The team is working with lower temperatures during fermentation with more numerous pump-overs for the first couple of weeks, then the wine is left alone. Fresh cherry fruit, blackberry, spice and grilled herb emerge. 2024 – 2038
