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

"The 2020 Purple Rose, a varietal Sangiovese, is actually quite red in color. Wild floral and herb tones blow off to reveal young strawberries and crushed rocks. This is silky-smooth and pliant, fleshing out across the palate, offering ripe red fruits and minerals motivated by juicy acidity. There’s so much pleasure to be found here, as an enriching note of sweet spice mingles with candied citrus through the long finale." 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 Montebuoni. Ein frischer Wein mit jugendlichem Charme und Aromen von Kirsche, Pflaume und Gewürznoten. Vielschichtig, gehaltvoll und mit feinkörnigem Tannin am Gaumen. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2019 Ama is a lovely and nuanced wine, crafted from the estate’s youngest vines with an average age of 10 to 12 years old. Refined in second-use barriques, the aromas are framed by understated oak nuances, however intriguing scents of cherry, sage blossom, dried flowers and exotic herbs are uninhibited. The sumptuous palate is lifted by citrus zest, and finessed tannins coat the mouth with a caressing clay-like texture." Decanter

Chardonnay Al Poggio profitiert von hochgelegenen Weinbergen (von etwa 500 Metern über dem Meeresspiegel) und den kühlen Kalksteinböden des Chianti Classico-Gebietes, um diesen frischen, knackigen und herrlich zugänglichen Weißwein zu erzeugen. Die unverkennbar gebietsspezifischen Elemente erinnern an Aprikose und Pfirsich, mit leichten Einsprengseln italienischer Kräuter wie frischem Oregano und Rosmarinzweigen. Feine mineralische Noten und frische Anklänge an Zitrusfrüchte machen diesen ungemein schmackhaften und durchaus komplexen Chardonnay zu einem idealen Begleiter mediterraner Sommergerichte. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2019 Chardonnay Al Poggio is bright and nicely lifted, with lovely varietal character and plenty of nuance. Given its light to mid-weight structure, I would prefer to drink the 2019 as an aperitif or with lighter dishes. Citrus peel, almond and dried flowers add layers of dimension with a bit of air." Vinous

Im Bouquet süße rote Kirschen, Rosen und Veilchen, Minze und getrocknete Kräuter. Fruchtig, gut ausbalanciert und mit seidigen Tanninen und einer wunderschönen Textur. Ein warmer Pinot Nero aus der Zentraltoskana mit Eleganz, Grazie und voller Harmonie. SUPERIORE.DE

"A bright, fruity pinot noir with strawberry and cherry aromas and flavors. Medium body, round and creamy tannins and a fruity finish. Some citrus at the end." James Suckling

"The 2018 Pinot Nero Il Chiuso opens with pretty aromatics laced with scents of crushed berries, mint, spice and anise. On the palate, the Chiuso is a bit clenched. It will be interesting to see if a more richness develops in bottle." Vinous

"Der Castello di Ama 2018 Pinot Nero di Toscana Il Chiuso ist ein dunkler und schwüler Ausdruck der burgundischen Traube, der viel Sonne und toskanisches Flair zeigt. Das Bouquet bietet blaue und violette Früchte mit hübschen Rosen und Veilchen, die sorgfältig in die Frucht eingewoben sind. Der Wein ist rigoros mittelgewichtig, aber diese italienische Interpretation liefert letztendlich mehr Gewicht, Kraft und Geschmackskonzentration. Diese zusätzliche Texturunterstützung gibt diesem Wein die Fähigkeit, sich mit den robusten Pastagerichten der Toskana zu paaren, vielleicht mit ein oder zwei gehobelten schwarzen Trüffeln oben drauf. Das warme Klima der Toskana und der kühle Jahrgang 2018 arbeiten im Gleichschritt, um diesen harmonischen und ausgewogenen Wein zu schaffen. Etwa 7.500 Flaschen wurden hergestellt." Robert Parker

Normalerweise gelangen die Sangiovese-Trauben der 14 ha großen Einzellage vornehmlich in den Ama und San Lorenzo. Mit der Lese 2018 haben sich Lorenza und Marco dazu entschieden, eine kleine Menge separat zu vinifizieren - und so entstand im Jahrgang 2018 erstmals die nun in Kleinstmenge (600 Flaschen für den dt. Markt) zum Verkauf freigebene Riserva.

Tiefdunkles Rubinot mit violetten Reflexen. Extrovertiertes Bouquet nach Brunbeere, Himbeere und Johannisbeere, dazu Noten von zerstoßenem Schotter, Tabak und Spuren von jungem Leder. Sehr druckvoll und schön texturiert am Gaumen, die verschiedene Schichten der Primärfrüchte fächern sich erst allmählich auf, das Holz tritt angenehm in den Hintergrund. Fein granuliertes Tannin und eine gut eingebundene Säure flankieren den sehr harmonischen Roten in ein elegantes, langes Finale. Hier gibt es sehr viel zu mögen, es ist für uns wieder einmal ein typischer Ama-Wein: rassig, kraftvoll und elegant! SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright black cherry and blackberry flavors highlight this round, fruity red. Lively acidity and fine-grained tannins are integrated and lend support. A touch of earth graces the finish." Wine Spectator

"A brand-new wine for Castello di Ama, Montebuoni comes from a 14.5-hectare vineyard purchased and replanted in 1997. Adjacent to Vigna Bellavista, it sits between 420 and 500 metres above sea level with a northwest to southeast exposure. Immediately inviting ripe cherry and plums are punctuated by a parade of fresh fennel, mint, violet and allspice. Yet the palate is still tightly wound, with grainy tannins taking hold, and very racy acidity on the finish. If this develops as articulately as the nose suggests, it will be a beauty." Decanter

Jedes Jahr ist der San Lorenzo Ergebnis aus den besten Trauben der 4 klassischen Ama-Lagen und nur wenige tausend Flaschen gelangen in den Fachhandel und die gehobene Gastronomie. 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

"Leafy, eucalyptus and juniper aromas and flavors lead off, with cherry and black currant close behind. Stiff tannins leave an astringent feel, but there is fruit underneath. Overall, this is very fresh and vibrant." Wine Spectator

"Oenologist Marco Pallanti chose not to make Castello di Ama's single vineyard Bellavista and La Casuccia bottlings in 2017 as he felt the excessively hot conditions gave slightly aggressive tannins. Instead, he focused on making the best possible selection from all vineyards to go into the San Lorenzo Gran Selezione. It opens with lots of dusty cherry, dry earth and sweet thyme. Well-stacked with round fruit, the palate is lifted by pressed violet nuances. Assertive but polished tannins give definition, the wood is understated and acidity bright and integrated. Besides deft balance, San Lorenzo demonstrates admirable elegance and is a great success in this challenging vintage." Decanter

"Underbrush, ripe black-skinned fruit, new leather and violet mingle with a whiff of exotic spice on this fragrant, elegantly structured red. The medium-bodied palate delivers ripe black cherry, cassis and star anise framed in polished, enveloping tannins. It shows the firm's hallmark of finesse and impeccable balance, not easy to achieve in this scorching vintage." 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

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 Montebuoni. 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

"Fragrant and refined, this features enticing aromas of rose, iris, woodland berry and crushed botanical herb. Medium bodied and loaded with finesse, the elegant palate features juicy Marasca cherry, strawberry compote and dark culinary spice. Polished tannins and fresh acidity keep it well balanced." Wine Enthusiast

Jedes Jahr ist der San Lorenzo Ergebnis aus den besten Trauben der 4 klassischen Ama-Lagen und nur wenige tausend Flaschen gelangen in den Fachhandel und die gehobene Gastronomie. 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

"Leafy, eucalyptus and juniper aromas and flavors lead off, with cherry and black currant close behind. Stiff tannins leave an astringent feel, but there is fruit underneath. Overall, this is very fresh and vibrant." Wine Spectator

"Oenologist Marco Pallanti chose not to make Castello di Ama's single vineyard Bellavista and La Casuccia bottlings in 2017 as he felt the excessively hot conditions gave slightly aggressive tannins. Instead, he focused on making the best possible selection from all vineyards to go into the San Lorenzo Gran Selezione. It opens with lots of dusty cherry, dry earth and sweet thyme. Well-stacked with round fruit, the palate is lifted by pressed violet nuances. Assertive but polished tannins give definition, the wood is understated and acidity bright and integrated. Besides deft balance, San Lorenzo demonstrates admirable elegance and is a great success in this challenging vintage." Decanter

"Underbrush, ripe black-skinned fruit, new leather and violet mingle with a whiff of exotic spice on this fragrant, elegantly structured red. The medium-bodied palate delivers ripe black cherry, cassis and star anise framed in polished, enveloping tannins. It shows the firm's hallmark of finesse and impeccable balance, not easy to achieve in this scorching vintage." 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

Die 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

"A fine red with blueberry, lemon and mineral character. Medium body, fine tannins and a fresh and very clean finish. Linear and focused. Structured." James Suckling

"Black cherry, plum, graphite, smoke, dried Mediterranean and crushed rocks are front and center in the 2013 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigneto Bellavista. Searing tannins give the 2013 much of its energy and vibrancy. A dark, brooding yet austere, mid-weight wine in the best of the Bellavista tradition, the 2013 is going to need at least a few years to come into its own." VINOUS

"The superb 2013 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigneto Bellavista shows impeccable balance and offers a classic portrait of Sangiovese (with a small part Malvasia Nera). Castello di Ama has a beautifully unique way of interpreting the potential of the Chianti Classico appellation and this wine is a prime example. The bouquet follows classic lines with wild berry and spice, but Vigneto Bellavista also boasts a wild side with some cured meat and animal-like aromas that suit it very well. The mouthfeel is polished and streamlined, but those dark fruit flavors should flesh out with more bottle aging." Robert Parker

"Complex and inviting aromas of sweet cherry, leather and spice lead to a core of cherry and strawberry fruit, singed by tobacco and earthy, woodsy accents." Wine Spectator

Die 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

"The 2015 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigneto Bellavista plays very true to type, with expressive aromatic top notes from the Malvasia Nera that gives the wine its distinctive savory/floral profile. Sage lavender, black pepper, menthol and juniper berry all grow in the glass. Towering and statuesque in its presence, the 2015 is going to need a number of years to be at its best." VINOUS

"This wine is one of the true protagonists of the 2015 vintage. The 2015 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigneto Bellavista offers an unreal level of intensity and depth with profound darkness and perfectly integrated tannins versus acidity. This wine was not produced in 2014. This vintage only saw 4,200 bottles made. The wine pours forth with rich fruit that is tightly woven within the wine's generous texture. Spice, smoke and tobacco appear as brief afterthoughts. Despite the beauty of the bouquet, this wine is ultimately all about the finesse and the elegance of its mouthfeel and that subtle game it plays alternating between brawn and grace. Vigneto Bellavista is bellissimo." Robert Parker

"This awe-inspiring Chianti Classico shows blueberries, blackberries, red plums, melted chocolate, hazelnuts, violets, elderberries, heather, rose stems, ash and charcoal. Full body and a ripe yet ultra-polished sheen of tannins, which encase wonderfully rich and fresh fruit. Deep and ever so long on the finish. The silkiness is mind-boggling. Will this prove to be the greatest Chianti Classico ever made?" James Suckling

Der Wein aus der gleichnamigen Einzellage ist der wohl opulenteste der Selektionslinien des Hauses. Im Bouquet eine fast schon Pinselstrich-breite Präsenz reifer Früchte, Gewürze und Anklänge von zerstoßenem Gestein. Am Gaumen von beeindruckender Geschmeidigkeit und Fülle, dazu ein ganzer Strauß dunkler Fruchtaromen, flankiert von festem, strukturiertem Tannin. Der Merlot-Anteil gibt ihm zusätzliche Tiefe und Kraft. SUPERIORE.DE

"Verführerische Nase nach Maraschino-Kirschen, Vanille, Flieder; fülliger Antritt, perfekt abgerundete Textur mit engmaschigen Gerbstoffen, grosser Länge und rotbeeriger Frische, auch feine Leder- und Tabaknoten. Von grosser Komplexität." Vinum

"Sattes, dunkles Rubin mit Violettschimmer. Eröffent mit betont erdigen Noten, nach Tabak und Trüffel, dann viel Holunder- und Brombeere. Festes und zupackendes Tannin, zeigt viel Kraft, kernig, nach Holunderbeeren, im Finale etwas ruppig, braucht noch Lagerung." Falstaff

"This aromatic Chianti Classico features violet, black cherry, leather, earth and spice flavors. A laser of bracing acidity and muscular tannins runs underneath. The balance tips toward the tannins today, but put this in your cellar for another few years. Sleek and very long." Wine Spectator

"From the small vineyard facing Castello di Ama from the north, the 2016 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigneto la Casuccia shows a dark and hearty side with rich fruit that flows steadily from the bouquet. Like the other new releases from this iconic estate, this wine shows a pretty earthy note that is particularly well defined and fine-tuned in this vintage. The fruit is broad, thick and horizontal. This is a Sangiovese painted with broad brush strokes. It'll stand another decade or two, or open it sooner with a pappardelle al cinghiale." Robert Parker

"The 2016 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigneto La Casuccia is rich, sensual and inviting, as it so often is. The addition of Merlot to Sangiovese yields a Chianti Classico built on textural resonance, with silky tannins, soft curves and tons of sheer allure. The 2016 won't be ready to drink anytime soon, but it is unquestionably a great wine in the making. Succulent dark cherry, red plum, menthol, licorice, cloves and new oak infuse the creamy, voluptuous finish." Vinous

"Mature black-skinned berry, rose, tilled soil and a balsamic whiff of eucalyptus shape the nose. The bright, elegant palate has energy, tension and depth, delivering ripe wild cherry, red plum, licorice and crushed botanical herb. Taut, fine-grained tannins lend polished support while fresh acidity keeps it balanced. A gorgeous wine." Wine Enthusiast

Die 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

"Einnehmender Duft nach dunklen Waldbeeren, nach Kräutern und Gewürzen, Pfeffer vor allem; voller Schliff am Gaumen, die Tannine und die Säure in perfekter Balance, mit vielversprechender Zukunft und doch bereits jetzt überzeugend der Abgang. Grosser Wein." Vinum

"Sattes, dunkles Rubin mit Violettschimmer. Beeindruckende, vielschichtige Nase, nach Roter Bete, Safran, Holunderbeeren und Brombeeren. Geschliffen und klar in Ansatz und Verlauf, viel stoffiges, dichtes Tannin, salzig, saftige Frucht, im Finale tiefgründig." Falstaff

"Aromas of black-skinned fruit, dark spice and sunbaked soil mingle with whiffs of camphor and forest floor on this enticing blend of 80% Sangiovese and 20% Malvasia Nera. The elegant, structured palate delivers black plum, ripe black cherry, star anise and crushed mint while firm, polished tannins provide support and finesse. It's well balanced, with bright acidity, while an earthy hint of game gives the finish depth." Wine Enthusiast

This is a contrast of power and refinement, with black cherry and black currant fruit encased in a sheen of oak, while burly tannins and vivid acidity enhance the structure. Awkward today, this displays incredible elegance, with a laser of vivid acidity driving the exceptional length. Sangiovese and Malvasia Nera. Best from 2023 through 2043." Wine Spectator

"The 2016 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigneto Bellavista sees fruit sourced from one of Castello di Ama's most beautiful vineyards with a wide exposures and plenty of sunshine. This wine shows profound complexity and a far-reaching bouquet that evolves slowly in the glass. Of these three single-vineyard Gran Selezione wines (Bellavista, La Casuccia and San Lorenzo), the Vigneto Bellavista is the most complete, but it is also the most linear and streamlined in terms of mouthfeel. I would bet on putting this wine aside in your cellar for a longer aging time." Robert Parker

"Ama's 2016 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigneto Bellavista is a flat out stunner. Dark and brooding in its first impression, the 2016 races out of the glass with explosive vertical lift. This structured, potent Chianti Classico won't be ready to drink anytime soon, but it is immensely promising. Savory herbs, crushed rocks, chalk and dried flowers add myriad layers of dimension. The 2016 is complex, nuanced and built for cellaring." Vinous

Phänomenaler Wein aus phänomenalem Jahrgang. Die Nase voller Brombeere, Gewürze, Menthol und etwas Graphit. Am Gaumen dann eine atemberaubende Klasse - ein strahlend schöner Wein, der den Weinkenner vollends in seinen Bann zieht. Ein schier unergründliches Potpourri an Aromen und Texturen geleitet diesen noch sehr jungen Klasse-Wein bis in den schier endlosen Abgang. Wahre Liebhaber gönnen dem 2016er unbedingt weitere Jahre der Flaschenreife, die den Wein dann vollends zum Jahrhundert-Merlot werden lässt. SUPERIORE.DE

"Leuchtendes, intensives Rubinviolett. Eröffnet mit ausgeprägten Noten nach Maulb- und Holunderbeeren, im Hintergrund feine Würze. Zeigt am Gaumen viel herzhaftes Tannin mit Biss, baut sich in vielen Schichten auf, im Nachhall nach frischen Pflaumen und Bitterschokolade." Falstaff

"The 2016 L'Apparita is a standout wine. A true symbol of the vintage, the wine shows the classic lines and extreme precision we can expect from 2016, with the plump, ripe generosity of the Merlot grape (when farmed in the right hands of course). The wine is profound, rich and beautifully concentrated with power but no residual heaviness. I went back to this sample a few times in the 12 hours after I popped the cork, and the wine was more beautiful each time. It offers a profound sense of beauty, harmony and Merlot purity now, and it should evolve slowly and softly in the coming years." Robert Parker

"The 2016 L'Apparita, 100% Merlot, is a breathtaking, riveting wine that captures all the potential of the vintage. In this vintage, L'Apparita is especially silky and refined. Layered, perfumed and wonderfully nuanced, L'Apparita is simply epic. Lavender, mint, sage, spice, new leather and cloves develop with time, but more than anything else, L'Apparita is wonderfully complete and magnificently beautiful." Vinous

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

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

Seltene Horizontale in 3er Präsentkarton - eine exklusive und streng limitierte Selektion der Crus "Vigna L'Apparita", "Vigneto La Casuccia" und "Vigneto Bellavista" des Jahrgangs 2011.

1 Flasche à 0,75l | "Vigna L'Apparita" Merlot Toscana IGT 2011 im Geschenkkarton

Eleganter Merlot von hoch gelegenen Weinbergen, dessen weitere Entwicklung in der Flasche immer wieder fasziniert. Sehr einladendes Bouquet, reife Beerennote, Holunder und Kaffee. Am Gaumen überaus fein und strukturiert, dichte, geschliffene Tannine, klingt sehr lang und gelassen aus. SUPERIORE.DE

"Compared to 2010, the 2011 L'Apparita (100% Merlot) is a very different wine. It's impossible to imagine how Castello di Ama could improve on the utterly divine and delicious 2010, but I liked 2011 even more. Again, I just feel that this estate with its vineyards that reach beyond 500 meters in altitude performs best with warm vintages such as this one. Those who love Castello di Ama's wines will have to wait until the 2013 vintage is released. This is a gorgeous wine that sings in a loud and graceful voice. That extra cherry softness of Merlot has been pulled back to a perfect point. The wine offers layers of richness and suppleness. The effects are layered, complex and absolutely engaging. This is a standout wine." Robert Parker

"A deep and beautiful red with ripe berry, plum and orange peel character. Almost exotic in style. Full body, ultra-fine tannins and a caressing texture. Goes on for minutes. So beautiful now but will be event better in 2018. Greatest L'Apparita ever?" James Suckling

Duemilavini 2016: 4 Trauben
Guide l'Espresso 2016: 4 Flaschen
Veronelli-Guide 2016: 94 Punkte/3 Sterne
Robert Parker: 96 Punkte
Antonio Galloni: 95 Punkte
James Suckling: 98 Punkte

Rebsorte: 100% Merlot
Alkoholgehalt: 14,00 % vol
Lagerpotenzial: 2036+

1 Flasche à 0,75l | "Vigneto La Casuccia" Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2011 im Geschenkkarton

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

"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

"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

Duemilavini 2016: 5 Trauben
Guide l'Espresso 2016: 4 Flaschen
Veronelli-Guide 2016: 94 Punkte/3 Sterne
Robert Parker: 93 Punkte
Antonio Galloni: 96 Punkte
Wine Spectator: 94 Punkte
James Suckling: 97 Punkte
Falstaff: 95 Punkte

Rebsorten: 80% Sangiovese, 20% Merlot
Alkoholgehalt: 13,50 % vol
Lagerpotenzial: 2036+

1 Flasche à 0,75l | "Vigneto Bellavista" Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2011 im Geschenkkarton

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

"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

Duemilavini 2016: 4 Trauben
Guide l'Espresso 2016: 5 Flaschen
Veronelli-Guide 2016: 93 Punkte/3 Sterne
Robert Parker: 92 Punkte
Antonio Galloni: 95+ Punkte
Wine Spectator: 93 Punkte
James Suckling: 93 Punkte
Falstaff: 93 Punkte

Rebsorten: 80% Sangiovese, 20% Malvasia Nera
Alkoholgehalt: 13,50 % vol
Lagerpotenzial: 2036+

Phänomenaler Wein aus phänomenalem Jahrgang. Die Nase voller Brombeere, Gewürze, Menthol und etwas Graphit. Am Gaumen dann eine atemberaubende Klasse - ein strahlend schöner Wein, der den Weinkenner vollends in seinen Bann zieht. Ein schier unergründliches Potpourri an Aromen und Texturen geleitet diesen noch sehr jungen Klasse-Wein bis in den schier endlosen Abgang. Wahre Liebhaber gönnen dem 2016er unbedingt weitere Jahre der Flaschenreife, die den Wein dann vollends zum Jahrhundert-Merlot werden lässt. SUPERIORE.DE

"Leuchtendes, intensives Rubinviolett. Eröffnet mit ausgeprägten Noten nach Maulb- und Holunderbeeren, im Hintergrund feine Würze. Zeigt am Gaumen viel herzhaftes Tannin mit Biss, baut sich in vielen Schichten auf, im Nachhall nach frischen Pflaumen und Bitterschokolade." Falstaff

"The 2016 L'Apparita is a standout wine. A true symbol of the vintage, the wine shows the classic lines and extreme precision we can expect from 2016, with the plump, ripe generosity of the Merlot grape (when farmed in the right hands of course). The wine is profound, rich and beautifully concentrated with power but no residual heaviness. I went back to this sample a few times in the 12 hours after I popped the cork, and the wine was more beautiful each time. It offers a profound sense of beauty, harmony and Merlot purity now, and it should evolve slowly and softly in the coming years." Robert Parker

"The 2016 L'Apparita, 100% Merlot, is a breathtaking, riveting wine that captures all the potential of the vintage. In this vintage, L'Apparita is especially silky and refined. Layered, perfumed and wonderfully nuanced, L'Apparita is simply epic. Lavender, mint, sage, spice, new leather and cloves develop with time, but more than anything else, L'Apparita is wonderfully complete and magnificently beautiful." Vinous