Chianti Classico Gran Selezione "SAN LORENZO" DOCG CASTELLO DI AMA
| Sommelier score | 91/100 | 2024 |
| 4 Grappoli AIS |
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2018 |
| 2 Bicchieri gambero rosso |
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2018 |
| James Suckling | 93/100 | 2018 |
| 3 viti Vitae AIS |
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2018 |
| Winery | CASTELLO DI AMA |
| Denomination | Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Grapes | Sangiovese 80%, Merlot, Malvasia Nera |
| Alcohol content | 13,50% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | SI 7469 |
| Winery headquarter | CASTELLO DI AMA - Gaiole in Chianti (SI) - Località Ama in Chianti |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Cold cuts and salami, Florentina Steak, Pasta with meat sauce, Tagliatelle with mushrooms, Fillet with green pepper, Sliced beef, Hard cheese, Meat stewed |
| Region | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Style | Full-bodied and intense |
| Wine list | Chianti |
San Lorenzo is a beautiful valley where you can find some of the best vineyards of the area of Chianti Classico. Here, Castello di Ama selects the grapes for the production of this “Gran Selezione”. A red wine that is on the top-quality levels of its denomination with its harmony, its smooth taste and its energy. This Chianti Classico will let you know the power and the elegance of Sangiovese variety in Tuscany. “Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG” ages for one year in barrique and moreover, it is a red wine that is able to compete with the best wines produced with Sangiovese variety. It is composed by 80% Sangiovese and 20% Malvasia Nera and Merlot.
Features of “Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG San Lorenzo”
Intense and deep ruby red colour rich of orange shades; shiny and elegant. At the beginning, the scent recalls fruits, like over-matured strawberry, black cherry, plum. Then the sensations evolve, recalling tobacco, liquorice, leather and mint. The taste is full of tannins that otherwise are smooth, allowing a great structure, but always balanced. Long and refined persistence, great final.
Recommended food pairings while tasting this Chianti produced by Castello di Ama
Ideal with red meats, especially veal, or game. It has to be served at 18°C in a wide wine glass, in order to guarantee the right oxygenation.
