This is really perfumed and gorgeous, with black cherries, blackcurrants and violets. Full-bodied with totally integrated tannins and a palate presence that is pretty spectacular. Wonderful finish. Give this three or four years. Try after 2027.
99 points, James Suckling (Aug 2024)
A blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and a small percentage of Malvasia Nera, the 2021 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lorenzo is a gorgeous wine, starting with its aromas dark culinary spice, underbrush, rose and a balsamic whiff of eucalyptus. Elegant and showing great precision, the palate offers layers of Marasca cherry, licorice, cake spice and orange zest before a minty finish. Firm, refined tannins and fresh acidity keep it well balanced and provide youthful tension.
97 points, Kerin O'Keefe (Aug 2025)
Deep, dark and densely wrought, featuring black cherry, blackberry, violet, iron and tobacco aromas and flavors. The sinewy tannins are enhanced by the vivid acidity, and everything comes together on the crystalline aftertaste, which echoes the fruit and floral elements. Power meets finesse. Sangiovese and Merlot. Best from 2028 through 2050. 1,000 cases imported.
95 points, Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator (Aug 2025)
#9 - Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2025
This wine represents a selection of the best Sangiovese sourced from various plots with a tiny addition of Merlot and Malvasia Nera. The Castello di Ama 2021 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lorenzo takes a few extra moments to open in the glass, but unlike the La Casuccia that holds back, this wine comes into full view quickly enough. The wine's flavor profile is a little meatier and fuller, and this could be linked to the warm vintage conditions. San Lorenzo is a generous wine, and it is a bottle you can enjoy in the medium or long term.
95 points, Monica Larner, Wine Advocate (Jul 2024)
A clever bridge between the entire Castello di Ama stable, San Lorenzo is a selection of older vines from key estate vineyards. It also includes both Merlot and Malvasia Nera, which contribute to the identity of the cru bottlings. In 2021, this flagbearer is a brilliant balance of fruit and territorial expression with deftly integrated oak. Tobacco, iron and nutmeg infuse dark plum and cherry. There is great flow and length, with tangy, mouth-cleansing acidity. Articulate aromas and flavours along with finessed tannins give a sense of readiness – but that authoritative structure has the last word.
95 points, Michaela Morris, Decanter (Apr 2025)
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