Rated Vinous #WineSpectator #JamesSuckling Award-Winning Bella Vista ChaintClass

Experience the pinnacle of Tuscan winemaking with Castello di Ama’s acclaimed 2018 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigneto Bellavista. This exceptional single-vineyard expression from Italy’s heartland artfully blends 80% Sangiovese with 20% Malvasia Nera, creating a powerful yet elegant red wine celebrated by top critics worldwide.

Critics consistently praise its remarkable depth and structure:
– 98 Points Vinous: “Explosive energy with gravel, smoke and scorched earth notes”
– 97 Points James Suckling: “Serious depth featuring polished tannins and dark mushroom aromas”
– 96 Points Wine Advocate: “Generous dark fruit and spice with great dimension”
– 94 Points Wine Spectator: “Rich black cherry and graphite flavors with polished expression”
– 93 Points Wine Enthusiast: “Elegantly structured with juicy cherry and ultra-refined tannins”

Unfolding with layers of blackberry, Marasca cherry, licorice and mineral undertones, this full-bodied Chianti Classico showcases beautiful balance between its vibrant acidity and sophisticated tannic structure. While already displaying gorgeous complexity, its true potential emerges with patience – experts recommend cellaring until at least 2024, with optimal drinking through the next decade.

Ideal for collectors seeking cellar-worthy Italian wines or connoisseurs pursuing the ultimate Chianti Classico experience. This limited Gran Selezione represents one of Tuscany’s finest single-vineyard expressions, offering both immediate pleasure and extraordinary aging potential in every bottle.