San Lorenzo 2022 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG Castello di Ama

San Lorenzo 2022 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG Castello di Ama

San Lorenzo 2022 by Castello di Ama is a Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG that interprets one of the most representative areas of Tuscany with finesse and authority. A red wine designed for those seeking depth, balance, and a wine profile capable of uniting energy, elegance, and a sense of place.

Territory and wine style

This wine is born from estate vineyards located between 461 and 525 meters above sea level, in a context that favors a slow and harmonious ripening of the grapes. The clay-limestone soils rich in skeleton contribute to giving momentum and definition to the sip, while the blend led by Sangiovese, with Merlot and Malvasia Nera, builds a Chianti Classico of strong personality, elegant and well-balanced. The mention Gran Selezione DOCG expresses a high-level positioning, ideal for those wishing to buy wine online focusing on an important bottle consistent with Tuscan tradition.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents an intense and bright ruby red, with purple reflections. On the nose, it offers a rich and articulated profile, with hints of berries, plum, and ripe fruit, followed by notes of jam, cinnamon, and clove. As it evolves, deeper nuances of tobacco, leather, and a slight toasted trace emerge. On the palate, it is full, round, and enveloping, with velvety tannins, a well-present presence of freshness, and a structure that supports the sip without weighing it down. The finish is long, harmonious, and refined, with a balance that enhances its nature as a great Tuscan red.

Recommended pairings

San Lorenzo 2022 pairs naturally with traditional cuisine and dishes with strong flavors. It is perfect with Florentine steak, roasts, braised dishes, game, and flavorful stews. Excellent also with pappardelle with wild boar ragù, baked lasagna, mushroom risottos, and aged cheeses, thanks to its ability to support intense flavors with structure, freshness, and softness. It is a wine that also pairs well with an important dinner when looking for a red that can make a difference at the table.

Serving temperature

The ideal temperature for San Lorenzo 2022 is between 16 and 18 °C. A brief aeration in a decanter or an early opening can be useful to enhance the aromatic expression and further soften the wine's profile, especially when served on special occasions.

Why buy it

Choosing San Lorenzo 2022 means bringing to the table a Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG of great balance, capable of combining territorial identity, elegance, and tasting depth. It is a bottle that enhances the signature of Castello di Ama and is suitable for both personal purchase and as a prestigious gift, offering an authoritative, versatile, and memorable tasting experience.