Tours and Tastings
Since its foundation, the challenge at Castello di Ama has consistently been the production of world-class wines. Yet, this has never been the sole ambition: the vision of Marco Pallanti and Lorenza Sebasti was – and remains – to unveil and convey the profound magic of this place. At the heart of Ama, therefore, lies the experience.
Each guided tour lasts approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes and is composed of two distinct yet complementary moments. Every visit begins with a walk through the hamlet of Ama, from the historic center to the production areas, passing through the world of Contemporary Art – an element that has always been an organic and integral part of the Estate. The second part of the experience consists of a wine tasting, with various selections designed to highlight two core pillars: territory and continuity.
Arca
The Arca serves as the contemporary gateway to the world of Castello di Ama. Designed as a modern space for transition and decompression, the building welcomes guests at the start of each visit. Inside, wine and editorial excellence meet through the pages of the Steidl Book Culture: a collection of over a thousand volumes available for guests to explore. Overlooking the vineyards of Chianti Classico, the Arca also offers a refined selection of wines by the glass.
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 10:30 am to 8:00 pm.
Enoteca
Located in the heart of the hamlet, the Enoteca is housed on the ground floor of the 18th-century Villa Pianigiani. It is the vibrant center of the estate’s hospitality, featuring the tasting rooms where the experiences culminate and the dedicated space for direct sales. A natural reference point for those wishing to deepen their knowledge of the winery, the Enoteca seamlessly blends historical charm with the essence of the estate’s production, offering a complete perspective on the excellence of Castello di Ama.
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 10:00 am to 8:00 pm.
The imprint of Terroir
An exploration dedicated to the power of the site and its ability to shape the grape varieties: a Tour and Tasting itinerary designed to deepen the unbreakable bond between land and vine. The experience, lasting approximately one hour and a half in total, is conducted in a shared format for a maximum of seven guests. The first hour is dedicated to discovering the winery, the historic cellars, and the contemporary art installations.
The journey culminates in a private room of Villa Pianigiani with a technical tasting focused on the interpretation of Ama’s terroir. The flight opens with Castello di Ama San Lorenzo 2021 (the estate's flagship wine and #9 in Wine Spectator’s Top 100), followed by the temporal evolution of San Lorenzo 2018. The experience reaches its peak with Vigneto La Casuccia 2015: the jewel born from the historic first encounter between Sangiovese and Merlot (maiden vintage 1985), a cru where the variety yields to the voice of the soil, revealing the most authentic soul of the vineyard.
Themes at a glance:
• The Character: how Ama’s terroir shapes and transforms international varieties.
• The Evolution: quality consistency and the passage of time through San Lorenzo.
• The Origin: Vigneto La Casuccia and the historic union of Sangiovese and Merlot.
Journey to Ama
A profound introduction to the world of Castello di Ama: a Tour and Tasting itinerary designed to trace the estate's stylistic identity. The experience, lasting approximately one hour and a half in total, is conducted in a shared format for a maximum of seven guests. The first hour is dedicated to discovering the winery, the historic cellars, and the contemporary art installations, following a path that begins at the Arca and culminates at Villa Pianigiani.
The journey continues within the rooms of the Villa with a tasting centered on the three Chianti Classico labels that define the estate. The flight is conceived as a sequence of three concentric circles that, with increasing clarity, reveal the winemaking philosophy of Castello di Ama: beginning with the immediacy of Ama Chianti Classico 2023, moving to the balance of Montebuoni Chianti Classico Riserva 2021, and finally reaching the heart of the winery with Castello di Ama San Lorenzo Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2020.
Themes at a glance:
• The Identity: the three faces of Chianti Classico according to Castello di Ama.
• The Discovery: a journey through concentric circles to unveil the estate’s philosophy.
• The Unity: a seamless synthesis of historic spaces, the cellar, and contemporary art.
The ark of Vintages
The most exclusive experience at Castello di Ama: a private Tour and Tasting itinerary designed for those seeking a profound connection with the history of the estate. The experience, lasting approximately two hours in total, begins with a one-hour tour through the heart of the winery, the historic cellars, and the contemporary art installations of the collection.
The journey culminates in one of the private rooms of Villa Pianigiani with an exceptional tasting. The flight begins with Castello di Ama San Lorenzo 2021 (the estate’s flagship wine, ranked #9 in Wine Spectator’s Top 100), followed by the iconic L’Apparita 2021, the region's first pure Merlot (100 points by Antonio Galloni). The tasting ultimately showcases the pinnacle of Castello di Ama’s ambition through its signature wine, Vigneto Bellavista: the cru that redefined the standards of excellence in Chianti Classico, presented in the 2018 and 2011 vintages.
Themes at a glance:
• The Excellence: San Lorenzo and L’Apparita among the 100-point scores and global rankings.
• The Vision: the ambition shaped by the uniqueness of Vigneto Bellavista.
• The Exclusivity: a private immersion into the heart of the estate.
Wine at the Table
The essence of Castello di Ama is best revealed through conviviality, where our Great Wines meet local seasonal cuisine to create a timeless dialogue. You can immerse yourself in this experience through our Symposium of San Lorenzo and Feast of Villa Pianigiani journeys, which combine the discovery of the hamlet and its art with the pleasure of a private lunch at Villa Pianigiani.
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A vital ingredient in the "recipe" of Ama is tranquillity. Guests are always welcome to wander freely through the Hamlet, pausing to enjoy the incomparable views of the Chianti hills.
However, to ensure we provide a punctual and personalized service, reservations are required for all Tour and Tasting experiences.
Beyond our curated tours, Castello di Ama remains available to arrange bespoke visits and vertical tastings tailored to the specific interests of collectors and wine enthusiasts. We invite you to contact us directly to refine an experience that aligns with your personal journey of discovery.
Enquiries
E-mail: enoteca@castellodiama.com
Phone: +39 0577 746069
