2023 'h' Cabernet Franc Exclusive Barrel Syndicate Share, Castello di Ama

Castello di Ama is renowned for its Tuscan wines, and above all for L'Apparita, a multiple 100-point winner that famously beat Pétrus and Le Pin in a blind tasting among some of the world's greatest palates. The Wine Advocate calls Ama "a reference-point producer in Tuscany," and Antonio Galloni says "there are few estates in Italy at this level." You can imagine our enthusiasm then when earlier this year, dear friend and owner Lorenza Sebasti took us down into Ama's cellars to try something rather special.

If L'Apparita is the Pomerol of the Ama estate, 'H' is their Cheval Blanc: a pure Cabernet Franc, Ama's first ever, created exclusively for Honest Grapes Club Members as part of a very special Syndicate Barrel. Syndicate Members enjoy all the bells and whistles: a personalised back label, tour and tasting for two at the marvellous estate, plus 20% off the restaurant and villa suites.

Here's some more background. In 2023, winemaker Marco Pallanti identified the Cabernet Franc from the prestigious Montebuoni vineyard as something altogether distinctive. Knowing our passion for Italian Cabernet Franc and special barrel projects, including San Leonardo C.F., Le Dôme and IKOYI, Lorenza was delighted to suggest collaborating with us on a very special barrel.

Will 'H' ever be made again, or is 2023 a one-off destined to become a rarity? Either way, this is a rare opportunity to own a unique, storied wine from one of the world's great producers.

2023 'h' Cabernet Franc, Castello di Ama

£1200 in bond per 30x75cl share

• Personalised label on the bottle per member
• Complimentary Tour + Tasting for two people (worth €190) + bottle of Ama EVOO
• 20% off bookings at Villa Pianigiani – lunch or dinner and accommodation

Offered subject to final confirmation. Shipping 2027