Castello Di Ama

Castello di Volpaia

Riserva Chianti Classico Sangiovese 2020

Ruby in color with aromas of ripe cherry, raspberry, vanilla, and earthy hints. Decanting softens the smoky notes, revealing bright red fruit and a touch of licorice. The palate is dry and well-balanced, with smooth tannins, refreshing acidity, and a long, fruity finish. A versatile, well-structured wine that pairs easily with food.
— 5 months ago

Peay Vineyards

Ama Estate Pinot Noir

Pale ruby in color. Aromas of cherry, smoke, and spices. On the palate, it’s fruit-forward with well-balanced acidity and tannins. The higher ABV stands out for a Pinot Noir. Drinking well now despite its young vintage. — 6 months ago

Castello di Ama

Vigna l'Apparita Toscana IGT Merlot 2020

Considered the star of the CdA lineup, and similar to their chiantis which all have some Merlot blended in, but this was too much Merlot for me - had that plasticity I don’t love — 7 months ago

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Cantine del Castello Conti

Boca Nebbiolo Blend 2015

Old-school Italian wine that is perfect for pizza. Somewhat thin and alcoholic but typical of wines served in Italian restaurants in Brooklyn when I was small. Flavorful and a perfect match to the marinara sauce of New York Patsy’s Pizzeria or Joe & Pat’s. — 9 months ago

Castello di Albola

Chianti Classico Sangiovese 2021

Medium Ruby red color with aromas of berry fruit and earthy spice, organically grown fruit. On the palate flavors of cherry and plum with tobacco, floral and earthy flowery notes. Full-bodied, well balanced drying tannins on a smooth medium+ finish. Grab some Italian food and enjoy the great value wine. Sustainable. — 9 months ago

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Castello di Ama

Gran Selezione San Lorenzo Chianti Classico Sangiovese Blend 2015

2015 vintage Chianti Gran Selezione.
80 % Sangiovese, 13 % Merlot and 7 % Malvasia Nera.
Deep dark ruby red.
Perfumed nose with black currants, violets, olives and cocoa.
Ripe black plums, leather, black tea with polished silky tannins.
A long, beautiful finish.
— 3 years ago

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Castello di Bossi

Riserva Berardo Chianti Classico Sangiovese Blend 2020

Needs some air. Cherry, menthol, and a little peppery spice, maybe fennel? Medium - bodied with soft tannins. Food friendly- had with rustecchiera- Tuscan pork ribs. — 3 months ago

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Castello di Volpaia

Chianti Classico Sangiovese Blend 2021

Dried black cherry, cassis, stones. Good! 91. — 4 months ago

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Castello di Ama

Vigneto San Lorenzo Chianti Classico Sangiovese Blend 2010

See previous Note. Old plummie, red cherry notes. Barb said dusty and pine needles. A cooler vintage. I said red cherries and freshly tilled loam. As Galloni said “In 2010 Ama did not bottle their single vineyard selections. All the best fruit went here.” Tasting more the quality of a Brunello than a Chianti Classico. No. 6 in Wine Spectators Top 100 for 2015. — 5 months ago

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In 2015, the WS Top 100 meant something. To look at it the last few years it is puzzling. I recently read their website for the criteria they use to come up with their top 100 and all I could do after reading the criteria and seeing their 2024 selections is scratch my head.
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@Bob McDonald first vintage of Gran Selezione ever, definitely a good start with the 2010. Great pull!

Sesti (Castello di Argiano)

Rosso di Montalcino Sangiovese 2022

Delectable Wine
9.1

Darkly floral, the 2022 Rosso di Montalcino opens with a blend of grilled herbs, exotic spices and steeped plums. It's a racy and fruit-forward effort with masses of ripe red and blue fruits swirling across a lively acidity stream. This tapers off with medium length and gently tannic, leaving a lovely resonance of inner rose. (Eric Guido, Vinous, September 2024)
— 8 months ago

Castello di Gabbiano

Riserva Chianti Classico Sangiovese

Dry but with raspberries. Great. — 9 months ago

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Castello di Verduno

Rabajà Barbaresco Nebbiolo 2018

Really nice with a lot of flowers, light red fruits, long finish. Just lovely. — 10 months ago

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Marchesi Mazzei

Siepi Castello di Fonterutoli Toscana Super Tuscan Blend 2016

The type of wine I love drinking...especially with my wife. So many amazing memories attached to the flavours. 2016 Supertuscans are just amazing 😍 — 3 months ago

Bob, Scott@Mister and 12 others liked this

Castello dei Rampolla

Vigna d'Alceo Toscana Cabernet Sauvignon Petit Verdot Blend 2016

Too young but insane potential...going to buy more. Love this wine and its depth and complexity. Paired well with venison. — 4 months ago

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Castello di Neive

Barbaresco Nebbiolo 2020

Dried florals and earth. Wish had a whole case.  — 5 months ago

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Castello Romitorio

Brunello di Montalcino Sangiovese 2016

Medium+ body, high acid, with notes of tart cherry, leather, baking spices, and tobacco. Paired great with Osso Buco. — 9 months ago

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Castello di Verduno

Basadone Verduno Pelaverga 2022

This is an excellent red that punches well above its weight. One note, but very enjoyable. Full bodied, sour cherries, with a satisfying tangy finish. Wonderful chilled. — 9 months ago

Castello Monaci

Pilùna Salento Primitivo 2020

A delicious primitivo. Paired well with some Italian food (pasta, wine, can’t remember). Is good, would have ‘gan — 2 years ago

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