Some estates don’t just make great wine—they define a region. Castello di Ama is one of those producers.
Their 2021 Chianti Classico Riserva Montebuoni captures that legacy beautifully. Sourced from high-elevation vineyards around the village of Ama within the commune of Gaiole, it shows the hallmark modern-classic style of this estate.
It certainly smells like traditional Sangiovese—bright and ripe cherry, wild herbs, and floral lift. But on the palate, it has a modern, silky, and luxurious texture framed by vibrant acidity. It’s unmistakably Sangiovese from Tuscany, it's unmistakably Ama, and it's unmistakably delicious!
A benchmark of Chianti Classico for decades, this revered estate was instrumental in elevating the category to what it is today. By combining traditional Tuscan soul with meticulous, modern precision, their wines are known for purity, elegance, and a true sense of place.
In the astoundingly great 2021 vintage, you are getting a particularly compelling example of what makes this estate so revered. Wine Spectator got it right with their review, rating this beautiful Tuscan red at 94 points:
"Rich and fleshy, with a supple texture, plus saturated flavors of cherry, raspberry, rose and mineral. Firms up yet keeps building on the palate to the persistent and complex aftertaste. Already beautifully balanced but should integrate even further with a few more years in the bottle. Sangiovese and Merlot. Best from 2026 through 2042."
This is your chance to drink from one of Chianti’s elite producers, and this is a wine that loves to be served alongside lamb, beef, and other rich and hearty dishes.
Josh Spurling
Owner, Operator, Wine Monger
Table Wine Asheville
