Castello di Ama

Komplex nach frischen roten Beeren, ohne beliebig zu sein. Hervorragende Balance aus Frucht, Säure und feinem Tannin. Schon immer einer der ganz großen Rosés Italiens - ein charaktervoller Begleiter mediterraner Speisen und auch solo ein unvergesslicher Genuss! SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright medium red-pink. Very precise, juicy aromas and flavors of red cherry and herbs showcase very good size and depth, plus an enticing tactile chewy mouthfeel. A blend of mostly Sangiovese with a little Merlot. Co-owner and winemaker Marco Pallanti is one of those gifted winemakers who would have trouble making a bad wine even if he sets out to do so on purpose." Vinous

Komplex nach frischen roten Beeren, ohne beliebig zu sein. Hervorragende Balance aus Frucht, Säure und feinem Tannin. Schon immer einer der ganz großen Rosés Italiens - ein charaktervoller Begleiter mediterraner Speisen und auch solo ein unvergesslicher Genuss! SUPERIORE.DE

"Ama's 2019 Purple Rose shows just how compelling Sangiovese can be as a Rosè. Bright, crisp and floral, the 2019 has more than enough depth and complexity to be compelling on its own or at the dinner table. Bright acids perk up a core of sweet red berry fruit effortlessly." Vinous

Castello di Ama, eines der höchstgelegenen Weingüter im Classico-Gebiet, produziert mit dem Ama jedes Jahr einen der besten Weine seiner Appellation. Die Trauben kommen von den Einzellagen Bellavista, Casuccia, San Lorenzo, Bertinga und Montebuini. Ein frischer Wein mit jugendlichem Charme und Aromen von Kirsche, Pflaume und Gewürznoten. Vielschichtig, gehaltvoll und mit feinkörnigem Tannin am Gaumen. SUPERIORE.DE

"Mid to deep crimson. Are there international interlopers here? Serious nose of cherry and strawberry fruit with a pinch of spicy oak. Elegant, tangy fruit that is concentrated at the same time and with finely grained, long tannins." Jancis Robinson

"A tight, juicy red with lots of cherries and hints of orange peel and stone. Medium to full body and light, polished tannins. Fresh finish." James Suckling

"The 2018 Chianti Classico Ama shows just how promising the vintage is. A burst of sweet red cherry fruit, cedar, leather, spice and orange peel give the 2018 a feeling of exuberance that is impossible to miss. The purity of the flavors is just striking. This is such a beautiful wine." Vinous

"This is the quintessential happy wine from Tuscany that will easily pair with wintery pici al ragù or summery pasta al pomorodo. There is enormous versatility in the all-season Castello di Ama 2018 Chianti Classico Ama. The wine is round, plump and approachable. It offers enormous freshness and the bright berry intensity of the Sangiovese grape. Red cherry and cassis are backed by red rose petal and softly fragrant potting soil." Robert Parker

Al Poggio, eine Cuvée aus Chardonnay und Pinot Grigio, ist von heller Farbe mit grünlichen Reflexen. Das blumige Bouquet wird von umhüllenden Pfirsichnoten begleitet. Frisch, fruchtig, reich und elegant am Gaumen mit feiner Mineralität und der aromatischen Wiederholung von weißen Blumen. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2018 Chardonnay Al Poggio is a very pretty wine with lovely varietal character. Citrus, mint and floral notes add brightness to a fresh, perfumed Chardonnay to drink over the next few years. The Chardonnay is made from three picks with different levels of ripeness for added complexity." Vinous

"The Castello di Ama 2018 Chardonnay di Toscana Al Poggio benefits from high-altitude vineyards (at about 500 meters above sea level) and the cool limestone soils of the Chianti Classico region to create this fresh, crisp and delightfully approachable white wine. The distinctively territory-specific elements you get here resemble apricot and peach, with light dustings of Italian herbs such as fresh oregano and rosemary sprig. I also noted the pristine mineral notes that frame this vintage. There is a fun blast of citrus that reminds me of those sun-kissed lemon trees grown in red clay pots that you see all over this part of Tuscany." Robert Parker

Im Bouquet süße rote Kirschen, Blumen, Minze und getrocknete Kräuter. Fruchtig, gut ausbalanciert und mit seidigen Tanninen. Der Zusatz von Spätburgunder verleiht dem Wein die gewisse Eleganz, Grazie und Geschmeidigkeit. SUPERIORE.DE

Jedes Jahr ist der San Lorenzo Ergebnis aus den besten Trauben der 4 klassischen Ama-Lagen. Volles Bouquet von Graphit, Minze und schwarzer Kirsche. Am Gaumen viel Charakter und Struktur, dabei jede Menge Eleganz, wie sie nur die besten Sangiovese ins Glas bringen. Markante Tannine versprechen ein phantastisches Reifepotenzial! SUPERIORE.DE

"Nur 3000 Flaschen wurden davon produziert: Nase nach Kirschen und Blüten, umhüllt von Kräuter- und Sandelholznoten; im Mund kernig, viel Schliff, noch sehr jugendliche, aber feinkörnige Gerbstoffe. Elegant." Vinum

"Dunkel leuchtendes Rubinrot. Tiefe und dunkelfruchtige Nase, auch würzig, nach schwarzem Pfeffer, getrockneten Rosenblättern, Bitterschokolade, Brombeeren und Cassis. Herzhafter und spannender Gaumen, zarte Würze, viel Druck und satter Körper, langer Nachhall." Falstaff

"Lustrous mid ruby. Subtle spice and stone nose. Concentrated sweet fruit and ripe, grainy tannins in equal proportion with subtle, integrated acidity. Great length. Deserves more age." Jancis Robinson

"The 2016 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Castello di Ama San Lorenzo is a blend taken from Ama's four core estate vineyards. Black cherry, graphite, sage, mint, juniper berries and licorice give the San Lorenzo a distinctly dark, brooding profile to match its powerful feel. The big tannins need time to soften, but there is certainly plenty to look forward to. Stylistically, San Lorenzo is closest to Bellavista, with which it shares a decidedly somber feel. This is such a gorgeous wine." Vinous

"This is very polished and refined with chocolate, walnut and berry aromas and flavors. Medium to full body. Licorice and berry undertones. Balanced, as always." James Suckling

"San Lorenzo is the most representative wine of Castello di Ama. Rather than a single vineyard, it's a selection across all four of the estate's sites from more mature vines with an average age of 20-25 years old. Winter mint, anise and tobacco are laced through the wine, mingling with vanilla nuances. The fruit is dense, dark and powerful in the mouth but there's a plushness on the mid-palate that lends a seductive edge. Magnificent velvety tannins keep it all in check while the finishes lingers graciously." Decanter

"The 2016 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lorenzo is immediately more inky and balsamic in terms of aromas. As soon as you lift the wine to your nose, you get pretty tones of blackberry, cassis, rosemary essence, licorice and a touch of medicinal herb. I love when Sangiovese produces those elegant aromas, and for that reason, this wine stands tall among the three single-vineyard expressions from Marco Pallanti and Castello di Ama. It shows fiber, richness and lasting structure with a very well-managed quality of tannins." Robert Parker

"Offers stunning aromas of black cherry, blackberry and violet, with ripe, sweet fruit on the palate, shaded by iron, earth and tobacco elements. Supple yet well-structured, this should come together soon. Shows terrific harmony and length." Wine Spectator

"This opens with aromas of black- and red-skinned berry, pipe tobacco, tilled earth and a whiff of new leather. Elegant and taut, the palate shows tension, verve and finesse, delivering juicy Marasca cherry, crushed raspberry, licorice and hints of French oak. It's balanced, with polished, fine-grained tannins and bright acidity." Wine Enthusiast

Vielschichtiges Bouquet aus reifer Frucht, Salbei und Tabakaromen. Dicht und fest am Gaumen mit pikantem Tannin, sehr gut strukturiert und von hervorragender Qualität und Reinheit, lang und druckvoll im Abgang. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2017 Haiku is a blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Succulent dark cherry, plum, mocha, spice, new leather and licorice all flesh out in a racy, forward Tuscan red that can be enjoyed with minimal cellaring. Time in bottle should bring out more aromatic nuance and overall complexity." Vinous

"Blackberry and walnut aromas with hints of dried chocolate powder. Blackcurrants, too. Medium-to full-bodied with fine, creamy tannins and a long, pretty finish. So delicious and beautiful now. Sangiovese with some merlot and cabernet franc. Drink and enjoy." James Suckling

"The Castello di Ama 2017 Haiku (a blend of Sangiovese with Cabernet Franc and Merlot in supporting roles) shows a rich and powerful center of gravity, all framed by lovely freshness and lots of rich fruit fiber. It sticks firmly to the palate with big fruit intensity, plum, blackberry, spice and cured tobacco. Haiku is a very unique wine within the context of Tuscany, and I'm not just referring to the unusual blend of grapes used here. This vintage offers darkness and a level of power that we don't usually associate with Tuscany. Yet, good context is given because the Sangiovese grape adds an authentic Tuscan touch and gives the wine a sense of place." Robert Parker

Chianti Classico Gran Selezione von der Einzellage San Lorenzo zeigt Tiefe und Konzentration. Im Bouquet wunderbare Aromen von getrockneten Orangenschalen, Kirschen, Zeder und Kaffee, eleganter Geschmack, sehr harmonisch mit seidigen Tanninen und guter Länge. SUPERIORE.DE

"Leuchtendes Rubin mit leichtem Violettschimmer. Viel knackige Frucht, nach Zwetschgen und frischen Kirschen, etwas Veilchen, sehr klar. Sehr saftig und klar auch am Gaumen, hat viel knackige, frische Frucht, feinmaschiges und doch präsentes Tannin, salzig." Falstaff

"A bold, racy wine, the 2015 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lorenzo captures all the exuberance of the year while retaining a good bit of structure. Like all the Ama wines, the San Lorenzo packs a serious punch in its dark flavors and intense, muscular feel. The San Lorenzo is essentially a second selection of lots from the dual flagship Gran Seleziones La Casuccia and Bellavista. Lavender, spice and menthol add the closing shades of nuance. The blend is 80% Sangiovese and 20% Merlot and Malvasia Nera. More importantly, the San Lorenzo is another very serious wine in this range." VINOUS

"What first strikes you about the nose is that it offers one of the purest fruit expressions of all the 2015 Gran Seleziones. Blackcurrants, orange and lemon rind, brambleberries, heather, sage, thyme and blackberry leaves are all a feature. The tannins are steely, and the flavors are so savory. The fruit is carried through to the long, chewy finish by the highly refreshing acidity." James Suckling

"The 2015 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lorenzo represents a blend of some of the estate's best Sangiovese from vines that are 20 years old and more. You do feel that extra density, intensity and complexity within the very fiber of this beautiful wine. The effect is deep and layered. Castello di Ama is characterized by limestone clay soils mixed with both galestro and alberese marl stones. There is about 60 centimeters of topsoil and compacted clay below that." Robert Parker

Jedes Jahr ist der San Lorenzo Ergebnis aus den besten Trauben der 4 klassischen Ama-Lagen. Volles Bouquet von Graphit, Minze und schwarzer Kirsche. Am Gaumen viel Charakter und Struktur, dabei jede Menge Eleganz, wie sie nur die besten Sangiovese ins Glas bringen. Markante Tannine versprechen ein phantastisches Reifepotenzial! SUPERIORE.DE

"Nur 3000 Flaschen wurden davon produziert: Nase nach Kirschen und Blüten, umhüllt von Kräuter- und Sandelholznoten; im Mund kernig, viel Schliff, noch sehr jugendliche, aber feinkörnige Gerbstoffe. Elegant." Vinum

"Dunkel leuchtendes Rubinrot. Tiefe und dunkelfruchtige Nase, auch würzig, nach schwarzem Pfeffer, getrockneten Rosenblättern, Bitterschokolade, Brombeeren und Cassis. Herzhafter und spannender Gaumen, zarte Würze, viel Druck und satter Körper, langer Nachhall." Falstaff

"Lustrous mid ruby. Subtle spice and stone nose. Concentrated sweet fruit and ripe, grainy tannins in equal proportion with subtle, integrated acidity. Great length. Deserves more age." Jancis Robinson

"The 2016 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Castello di Ama San Lorenzo is a blend taken from Ama's four core estate vineyards. Black cherry, graphite, sage, mint, juniper berries and licorice give the San Lorenzo a distinctly dark, brooding profile to match its powerful feel. The big tannins need time to soften, but there is certainly plenty to look forward to. Stylistically, San Lorenzo is closest to Bellavista, with which it shares a decidedly somber feel. This is such a gorgeous wine." Vinous

"This is very polished and refined with chocolate, walnut and berry aromas and flavors. Medium to full body. Licorice and berry undertones. Balanced, as always." James Suckling

"San Lorenzo is the most representative wine of Castello di Ama. Rather than a single vineyard, it's a selection across all four of the estate's sites from more mature vines with an average age of 20-25 years old. Winter mint, anise and tobacco are laced through the wine, mingling with vanilla nuances. The fruit is dense, dark and powerful in the mouth but there's a plushness on the mid-palate that lends a seductive edge. Magnificent velvety tannins keep it all in check while the finishes lingers graciously." Decanter

"The 2016 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lorenzo is immediately more inky and balsamic in terms of aromas. As soon as you lift the wine to your nose, you get pretty tones of blackberry, cassis, rosemary essence, licorice and a touch of medicinal herb. I love when Sangiovese produces those elegant aromas, and for that reason, this wine stands tall among the three single-vineyard expressions from Marco Pallanti and Castello di Ama. It shows fiber, richness and lasting structure with a very well-managed quality of tannins." Robert Parker

"Offers stunning aromas of black cherry, blackberry and violet, with ripe, sweet fruit on the palate, shaded by iron, earth and tobacco elements. Supple yet well-structured, this should come together soon. Shows terrific harmony and length." Wine Spectator

"This opens with aromas of black- and red-skinned berry, pipe tobacco, tilled earth and a whiff of new leather. Elegant and taut, the palate shows tension, verve and finesse, delivering juicy Marasca cherry, crushed raspberry, licorice and hints of French oak. It's balanced, with polished, fine-grained tannins and bright acidity." Wine Enthusiast

Die 2011er Ausgabe der Gran Selezione aus der Einzellage Bellavista ist reich und dunkel mit Aromen von Wildkirsche, Rauch, Lakritz, Menthol und Tabak. Äußerst attraktiv und gehaltvoll am Gaumen, feste Tannine bilden das Rückgrat dieses virilen, potenten Weins. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sattes, dunkles Rubin, leichter Violettschimmer. Eröffnet in der Nase mit feinen würzigen Noten, nach Sandelholz, etwas Vanille, dann satt nach Zwetschgen. Im Ansatz viel präsente Frucht, öffnet sich mit dichtmaschigem, kernigem Tannin, dezent erdige Noten, im Finale langer Nachhall, fein und elegant." Falstaff

"The 2011 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigneto Bellavista opens to dark concentration, bold intensity and an immediate delivery of ripe fruit flavors. Stylistically speaking, this single-vineyard Grand Selezione is extracted, muscular and extremely fruit forward. The heat of the 2011 vintage comes through loud and clear. Happily, the mouthfeel is tighter and more focused with dusty minerality on the tannins and long persistency." Robert Parker

"Ama's 2011 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigneto Bellavista shows the darker, more brooding style of Sangiovese at Ama. Graphite, smoke, tar, licorice, incense and cloves wrap around a core of dark fruit. A wine of gravitas and vertical structure, the 2011 will reward several decades of cellaring. This is an unusually stern wine for the vintage though. Readers will have to be patient to experience the Bellavista at its best. Still, I can't help notice how much the 2011 has grown in bottle over the last year." VINOUS

"Rich and elegant, with black cherry, black currant, violet and boysenberry flavors allied to a sleek frame. Dense and weightless at once, with a lingering aftertaste of tobacco and tea. Presents a fine balance and aftertaste." Wine Spectator

"A fresh and layered red with blackberry, blueberry and mint character. Full body, firm tannins and a fresh finish. Minerally." James Suckling

Chianti Classico La Casuccia aus gleichnamiger Einzellage mit Gran-Selezione-Status verbindet in seiner typischen Art beispielhaft hervorragende Struktur mit höchster Eleganz. SUPERIORE.DE

"Funkelndes, sattes Rubin mit leichtem Granatrand. Kühle, spannende Nase, eröffnet mit betont würzigen Noten, viel Gewürznelken, etwas Kardamom, dann satt nach Brombeere und dunklen Kirschen. In Ansatz und Verlauf rund und überaus geschmeidig, blüht schön auf, öffnet sich mit feinmaschigem, elegantem Tannin, satter Zug, viel dunkelbeerige Frucht, sehr langer Nachhall." Falstaff

"The 2011 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigneto La Casuccia is opulent and voluptuous with thick lines of dark fruit and spice that characterize the bouquet. More than heft and power, this wine delivers excellent complexity with layers of black truffle, grilled herb and cherry cola that add vertical lift." Robert Parker

"A wine of pure femininity and grace, the 2011 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigneto La Casuccia is wonderfully fleshy and radiant in the glass. Rose petal, sweet red cherry, tobacco, mint and spices meld together as this effortless, supple wine shows off its undeniably appealing personality. Sweet, silky tannins wrap around a super-expressive finish laced with knock-out aromatics. The 2011 is firing on all cylinders today." VINOUS

"Rich and modern, pure and expressive, with violet, black currant, cherry and spice flavors that ride the racy profile and dense tannic structure to a long, lingering aftertaste of fruit and spice." Wine Spectator

"Amazing aromas of crushed dark fruits with raspberry, blueberry and blackberry. Dried flowers and violets too, plus tanned leather. Full body, ultra-fine yet dense tannins and a finish that lasts for minutes. Stunning texture. One of the greatest Chianti Classicos ever made." James Suckling

Chianti Classico La Casuccia aus gleichnamiger Einzellage mit Gran-Selezione-Status verbindet in seiner typischen Artbeispielhaft hervorragende Struktur mit höchster Eleganz. SUPERIORE.DE

"Leuchtendes, intensives Rubin mit leichtem Violettschimmer. Sehr konzentrierte, kompakte Nase, zu Beginn leicht nach Kapern und dunkler Olivenpaste, dann viel Zwetschke und Brombeere, tiefgründig. Zeigt am Gaumen sehr tolles Spiel, klar und geschliffen, öffnet sich mit viel saftiger Frucht, dichtmaschiges Tannin mit sanftem Kern, sehr langer Nachhall, ein toller Wein!" Falstaff

"The precision and beauty to this wine is very impressive with blueberry, blackberry and dark chocolate aromas and flavors. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a clean finish. It's tight and focused. Gorgeous." James Suckling

"The 2013 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigneto La Casuccia is soft, open-knit and succulent. Silky tannins wrap around a core of dark red cherry, plum, rose petal mint and sweet spices. The Casuccia is the most sensual and racy of the Ama wines today. It should drink well with minimal cellaring. Once again, the purity of the fruit is striking. The creamy, explosive finish is a thing of beauty. The second time I tasted the 2013 one word came to mind: elation." VINOUS

"Castello di Ama excels in cooler vintages with long growing seasons for slow-ripening Sangiovese. The 2013 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigneto la Casuccia shows excellent results. This wine is released in limited bottle numbers and exhibits profound elegance and beauty. It is softly layered and delicate with wild berry, dried cherry and light baking spice. Vigneto la Casuccia boasts a fine level of intricate embroidery and texture." Robert Parker

"A deep, complex red, this features black currant, blackberry, spice, mineral and tobacco aromas and flavors. Monolithic now, yet with a sense of elegance. The finish is long and saturated, yet this will require some time to show its best." Wine Spectator