Masseto 2009 Retasted

Back on the Tenuta dell’Ornellaia. This time Piero is talking and tasting with Leonardo Raspini, technical agronomist of Tenuta dell’Ornellaia (Bolgheri|Tuscany). Masseto 2009 is one of the most sought-after and most expensive wines from Italy. (August 29. 2013)

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MASSETO
Country: Italy
Wine region: Tuscany
Cru: Masseto
Vintage: 2009
Classification: I.G.T. Toscana
Variety: Merlot
In comparison with the barrel tasting from 2011, this Masseto is more reductive. But that, what is recognizable indicates its great potential. Only a few wines can offer this partisan style of releasing in minute cycle a bunch of amazing aromas like ripe and dark plums, cherries, cassis and some irresistible shades of macchia á la rosemary and thyme. Eucalyptus and a fine-tuned roasting aroma. Soft and juicy on the palate with ripe fruit impressions. Extremely vibrant and balanced acidity with tight tannins. Explosive and peppered finish. Grande! Drink from 2022 through 2040+. (August2013). 98 PS

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Masseto is a single vineyard (7 ha) wine and one of the most sought after Italian red wines. Dark purplered-hued colored and exhibits incredible aromas of dark fruit like plums, cassis, cherries, spices, and minerals. Explosive with a marvellous expression. Soft and juicy. The acidity is absolutely focused and vibrant. Full-bodied with Maserati-like tannins. Dense to the core and shows elegance and finesse. The finish is spectacular and extremely complex. Best from 2022 through 2040+ (October 2011). 98 PS

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