and Castello di Ama themselves describe L’Apparita as the first pure Merlot produced in Tuscany

pristine integration of tannin

In one of my blind tastings

The champagne is composed of 72% Chardonnay and 28% Pinot Noir

Carruades de Lafite, Pauillac, 2005, 75cl 12-set and Castello di Ama themselvesTasted single blind at Southwold. This has a deep ripe plumy nose with good definition and freshness: cedar and blackberry, a tangible sense of mineralite but tightly coiled. A dense weighty palate, great concentration and vibrant acidity, very focused, lithe, wonderful definition with a lifted cedar finish. No frills, but masterful winemaking is afoot here. Drink 2012 2025. Tasted January 2009.