Castello di Ama Chianti Classico 2023

$45.99

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Bright and elegant, this Chianti Classico reveals aromas of violet, redcurrant, cherries, and strawberries. The palate combines black cherry, blueberry, raspberry, and crushed stone notes with polished tannins, fresh acidity, and a lingering finish.

96% Sangiovese, 4% Merlot

Founded in 1976 in the rolling hills of Gaiole in Chianti, Castello di Ama (pictured above) is one of Chianti Classico’s most respected estates, dedicated to expressing the unique character of its exceptional terroir and each individual vintage. Located among vineyards, forests, and olive groves near Siena, the estate has been guided by CEO Lorenza Sebasti and renowned winemaker Marco Pallanti, who has led winemaking since 1982. With a deep commitment to sustainability and authenticity, Castello di Ama crafts wines that reflect the beauty, tradition, and distinctive identity of Tuscany’s Chianti Classico region.

Vineyard Profile

Estate vineyards planted at high density.

Altitude: 1500–1720 feet
Exposure: North-West/South-East
Soil: Clay and calcareous
Vine Training Systems: Vertical trellis with single Guyot
Clonal selections: Sangiovese CC2000, CC2004, AGRI45, Merlot 343 Rootstock 420
Average Vine Age: 10 – 13 years
Planting Density: 2100 vines/acre

Harvest Notes

Balanced winter
Wet April with temperature drop, continuing into May and June
July and August returned to sunny8 and warm conditions
Hand harvested
Each variety vinified separately using only ambient yeasts, at controlled temperature 82ºF in stainless steel tanks
Manual pumpovers
Cuvaison 23 days for Sangiovese, 25 days for Merlot
Wines into barriques for malolactic fermentation
Blended and aged 12 months in 2nd passage oak barrels of thin grain

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