Ep. 2438 Scott Thomas IWE interviews Lorenza Sebasti of Castello di Ama | Clubhouse Ambassadors' Corner

Welcome to Clubhouse’s Ambassadors’ Corner and Episode 2438 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Scott Thomas IWE interviews Lorenza Sebasti of Castello di Ama winery in Tuscany. These sessions are recorded from Clubhouse and reproduced here for the Italian Wine Podcast. Key Learning Objectives: Explore the history, philosophy, and evolution of Castello di Ama, and understand its role as a benchmark estate in Chianti Classico. Examine how Sangiovese and other native/traditional varieties contribute to the estate’s distinctive wine style. Understand how contemporary art, sustainability, and hospitality are integrated into the estate’s identity, shaping a holistic visitor experience. More about our Co-host: Scott Thomas is a seasoned educator, sommelier, wine judge, and writer with over two decades of experience in fine dining, distribution, and wine education. He is the co-founder of Grappolo Food & Wine School in Denver, offering immersive travel, public and private events, and the signature Italian Wine Consultant certification, among others. He also serves as Wine Director at Restaurant Olivia, where he curates an Italian-forward program with global breadth. Scott earned his Master’s in Wine Culture from Slow Food’s University of Gastronomic Sciences in 2019 after two years living and studying in Piedmont and Tuscany. He is one of only 22 Italian Wine Experts certified by the Vinitaly International Academy and holds additional credentials as a Certified Italian Wine Educator, Certified Wine Educator, WSET Level III, and Certified Sommelier. He also serves as an official ambassador for the wines of Orvieto and Langhe. Connect: Website: https://www.grappolowineschool.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_scott_thomas_wino/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-thomas-cwe-iwe-215069177/ More about today’s guest: Castello di Ama winery is located in Gaiole in Chianti, in the heart of the Chianti Classico region of Tuscany about 12 miles northeast of Siena. More specifically, the winery is located in the small village of Ama, which dates back to the 12th century. The winery is known for producing wines of great finesse and quality, particularly its single-vineyard Gran Selezione red wines. In addition to its wines, Castello di Ama is also recognized for its contemporary art collection. The winery is also recognized for its commitment to sustainable viticulture, modern winemaking techniques, and integration of contemporary art within the estate. The founding of Castello di Ama dates back to 1976, when four families originally from Rome set out to restore the prestigious wine estate to its previous splendor. Lorenza Sebasti, daughter of one of the founding partners, joined the organisation in 1988, and has since risen to the role of CEO. Connect: Website: https://castellodiama.com/en/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/castellodiama/ _______________________________ Let's keep in touch! Follow Italian Wine Podcast on our social media channels: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/italianwinepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ItalianWinePodcast Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/itawinepodcast Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mammajumboshrimp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/italianwinepodcast If you feel like helping us, donate here: https://www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin! Follow Italian Wine Podcast for more great content – winery interviews from the Clubhouse sessions! Psssst…FYI, this show is our most popular show, find out why by tuning-in!