The Merlot IGT L'Apparita 2009 from Castello di Ama is an impressive wine that perfectly embodies the essence of Tuscan Merlot wines. This wine is made from 100% Merlot, which achieves exceptional elegance and complexity in the Castello di Ama terroir. The vines were planted in 1982 in the Bellavista vineyard on limestone and clay soils. The open lyre training system allows the grapes to ripen optimally
.The L'Apparita 2009 glass shows a deep ruby red with violet nuances. On the nose, complex aromas of ripe red and black fruits develop, accompanied by notes of licorice, cedarwood, cocoa and tobacco. On the palate, the wine has concentrated fruitiness, finely balanced acidity and a harmonious, long-lasting finish.
The 2009 vintage was characterized by excellent weather conditions, which led to uniform ripening of the grapes. Compared to the 2008 vintage, which stood out for its aromatic intensity and structure, the 2009 vintage shows an equally remarkable balance, but with an even more intense fruitiness and richness. Both vintages age in 50% new and 50% one-year-old French oak barrels for 14 months, which contributes to the development of their
complex aromas.
