{"product_id":"castello-di-ama-chianti-classico-montebuoni-riserva-2021","title":"Castello di Ama Chianti Classico Montebuoni Riserva 2021","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine is it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChianti Classico Riserva Montebuoni from Castello di Ama is a still red wine created from a \u003cstrong\u003eblend\u003c\/strong\u003e of Sangiovese and Merlot. It displays an intense ruby colour with purplish highlights, releasing pronounced aromas of blackberry, raspberry and blackcurrant. On the palate, it offers a seductive entry and \u003cstrong\u003evelvety tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e, supporting a structured polyphenolic profile and concentrated notes of plum. It is ideal paired with flavourful \u003cstrong\u003emushroom risottos\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere does it come from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates in the municipality of Gaiole in Chianti, at the heart of the renowned Chianti Classico denomination. The grapes come from the Montebuoni vineyard, a hilly area situated between 420 and 500 metres above sea level. The vineyards, facing north-west and south-east, are rooted in \u003cstrong\u003eclay-limestone soils\u003c\/strong\u003e. This composition ensures the physiological balance of the vines, promoting optimal ripening of the bunches and imparting a fine tannic texture. The estate manages the vineyards using strict \u003cstrong\u003esustainable practices\u003c\/strong\u003e, in full respect of the \u003cstrong\u003eTuscan territory\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is it produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eManual harvesting precedes fermentation in stainless steel tanks, initiated by \u003cstrong\u003eindigenous yeasts\u003c\/strong\u003e with controlled temperatures and frequent pump-overs. Maceration on the skins lasts for about twenty-four days, allowing optimal extraction of colour and polyphenols. After malolactic fermentation, the wine matures in \u003cstrong\u003esecond-use French oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e for around twelve months. This technical choice avoids the use of new wood, preserving the integrity of the fruit and ensuring a \u003cstrong\u003eclear and persistent aromatic profile\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1976 in Gaiole in Chianti, Castello di Ama enhances the Tuscan region through a state-of-the-art winery. In 1997, the company acquired and replanted the prestigious \u003cstrong\u003eMontebuoni vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e, which cover 14.50 hectares next to the renowned Bellavista vineyard. Following a strict protocol of \u003cstrong\u003eenvironmental\u003c\/strong\u003e, economic and social sustainability, the estate produces an unparalleled Chianti Classico Riserva. Crafted by oenologist Marco Pallanti, this wine boasts \u003cstrong\u003e94 points\u003c\/strong\u003e awarded by Robert Parker and Wine Spectator, guaranteeing a memorable sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Castello di Ama","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45317752160427,"sku":"57526","price":39.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/castello-di-ama-chianti-classico-montebuoni-riserva-2021_57526_1_a4a43342-7fcd-474d-809c-cfdb0df85714.webp?v=1773774876","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-uk\/products\/castello-di-ama-chianti-classico-montebuoni-riserva-2021","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}