{"product_id":"21-castello-di-ama-apparita-merlot","title":"'21 Castello di Ama l'Apparita Merlot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e100 points Antonio Galloni (\u003ci\u003eVinous\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \"The 2021 L'Apparita is sublime. A wine of compelling inner perfume and exotic richness, the 2021 is shaping up to be one of the great L'Apparitas. Inky dark fruit, espresso, licorice, lavender and crushed rocks abound in a towering, statuesque wine that will absolutely thrill those lucky enough to own it. It perfectly embodies all the greatest qualities of this historic vintage. Drink: 2027-2046. (Jul 2024)\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e96+ points Monica Larner (\u003ci\u003eWine Advocate\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \"[$375 list] One of Italy's most collected Merlots, the Castello di Ama 2021 L'Apparita opens to a rich and inky-dark appearance. Very true to the grape, this vintage hits impeccable ripeness with soft cherry intensity and spice that is padded by extra textural fiber. Like always, this wine is especially successful in terms of mouthfeel and finish. The bouquet has ripe fruit, softly toasted spice and a hint of olive tapenade. It is quite the mouthful. Drink: 2025-2046. (7\/25\/24)\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e96 points\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eWine Spectator\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \"Expressive and racy, this red features cherry, black currant, violet, green olive, cedar, stone and sweet spice aromas and flavors. Vibrant and firm, with savory elements of Tuscan scrub. Needs time to shed its tannins, but the length reveals its potential. Best from 2027 through 2045. (Mar 2025)\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vinoteca","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46580030374120,"sku":null,"price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0553\/4901\/8807\/files\/20250723_165946.jpg?v=1753308292","url":"https:\/\/shop.claytonwinehouse.com\/products\/21-castello-di-ama-apparita-merlot","provider":"Clayton Winehouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}