2017 Castello di Ama Toscana Al Poggio Bianco

Description

Trebbiano Toscano and Malvasia Lunga del Chianti are the two white grape varieties traditionally grown in the Chianti Classico zone and generally give their best in Vinsanto dessert wine, but Ama’s very calcareous soils and the height of its slopes are perfect for producing a superb dry white. In 1982–3, several parcels of land were replanted with Chardonnay clones brought from Burgundy. In 1984, it was decided to extend the area dedicated to Chardonnay on the Al Poggio site, and another four hectares were planted, training the vines in the open lyre method as the wine was intended to be of remarkable structure. The first vintage was in 1988.

The predominately chalky soil and the altitude of the Ama slopes have set the scene for an extraordinary Chardonnay-led white wine since 1988. Al Poggio conveys the opulence of the grape’s distinctive personality imbued with freshness.

Limpid, brilliant gold in color. Floral on the nose with hints of typical summer hedgerow. Infused with summer fruit like apricot and a forward almondy note. A confident attack with stunning fresh, mineral notes in the opening. Excellent persistence and length. -Winemaker’s Notes