2003 Vigna l'Apparita

Castello di Ama

93Average Score

Central Italy / Italy

Red

The 2003 L’Apparita (100% Merlot) is a gorgeously opulent effort packed with layers of blackberry, cassis, chocolate and well-integrated oak. Its expansive personality, terrific length and notable freshness make it a great effort in this difficult vintage. 2009-2019. Jun 2007, www.robertparker.com

Antonio Galloni, Vinous Score: 93/100

0 Immediate | 1 Marketplace

£647.00

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Average Score

Antonio Galloni, VinousScore: 93/100

About The Producer

The producer

Castello di Ama

Castello di Ama is one of the pre-eminent estates in Chianti Classico. Situated in the southern-most district of the appellation, the estate has only been making wine since the late 1970s but has since built a reputation as one of the region’s best.

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ON February 26, 2021

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ON July 5, 2019

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Product Details

Country

Italy

Region

Central Italy

Sub-region

Tuscany

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

Alcohol %

Product Type

Still wine

Product Subtype

Drinking Window