Masseto 2018

The Masseto from Tenuta Masseto is among the most important, rare, and prestigious red wines in the world, a king of Italian enological history that converses with the greatest wines of the global wine scene. A masterpiece of absolute power and elegance, calling it excellence is almost an understatement. It is sought after by the greatest wine collectors and is a star at international auctions. In short, a liquid work of great value capable of integrating modernity and tradition in a mythological and legendary interpretation of a unique terroir. The first label was launched in 1986 with the simple name of “Merlot”, a few years later the estate renamed it Masseto. Since that day, it has begun to conquer the market, gaining national and international recognition year after year, proving to have an invaluable worth.

The red Masseto is a mosaic of the best Merlot clusters from three subzones of the Bolgheri territory: Junior, Alto, and Centrale. Each has different territorial characteristics and differing morphological compositions. The vineyards extend over 7 hectares cultivated in a charming territory, characterized by Pliocene clays. After a very careful inspection of each single cluster, the grapes are pressed to obtain a nectar of great value. Each plot of the vineyard ferments individually both in stainless steel tanks and in wood and macerates for 15-20 days, before being aged in barriques for a year. The blending of the different base wines is carried out by the winemaker Axel Heinz who "harmoniously combines the many facets given by each plot", in order to faithfully reflect the vintage and preserve all the personality and strength. It is then reintroduced into barriques for another year, before being bottled.

a millimetric encounter between structure and refinement, between softness and freshness, between tannin and alcohol content. The fruity note guides the sip and pushes it to a finish of great length and persistence. In short, a concert deserving a standing ovation!