{"product_id":"castello-di-ama-chianti-classico-gran-selezione-san-lorenzo-2016","title":"Castello di Ama Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lorenzo 2016","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCastello di Ama San Lorenzo Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is a red wine with a structured and harmonious profile. Born from a careful \u003cstrong\u003eblend\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003cstrong\u003evelvety tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e that balance a juicy and rounded sip, finishing with a \u003cstrong\u003epersistent\u003c\/strong\u003e, compact and deep finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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 \u003cstrong\u003eclay-limestone soils\u003c\/strong\u003e rich in stones, ideal for excellent \u003cstrong\u003ewater drainage\u003c\/strong\u003e. The perfect east and south-east exposure ensures optimal sunlight, while the strong \u003cstrong\u003etemperature variations\u003c\/strong\u003e between day and night encourage regular ripening of the grapes and proper aromatic concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe care in producing Castello di Ama San Lorenzo Chianti Classico Gran Selezione begins with a rigorous \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e, carried out to preserve the integrity of the bunches. The different varieties are vinified separately, starting spontaneous fermentation with \u003cstrong\u003eindigenous yeasts\u003c\/strong\u003e in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. After a prolonged maceration with manual pumping over, the wine is transferred to fine-grained \u003cstrong\u003eoak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it completes malolactic fermentation before the final blend and a subsequent rest of about ten months.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSan 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 \u003cstrong\u003eChianti Classico Gran Selezione\u003c\/strong\u003e embodies the very best of Tuscany. The 2016 vintage received widespread acclaim and a \u003cstrong\u003escore of 95\/100\u003c\/strong\u003e from Robert Parker, offering the palate impeccable spicy harmony and \u003cstrong\u003evelvety tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e that enhance every glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Castello di Ama","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44503495344299,"sku":"17499","price":635.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/castello-di-ama-chianti-classico-gran-selezione-san-lorenzo-2016_17499_1.jpg?v=1773670019","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-hk\/products\/castello-di-ama-chianti-classico-gran-selezione-san-lorenzo-2016","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}