Red

Masseto Merlot (Toscana)

Masseto

Toscana · Italy

Fact sheet

Type
Red
Grape
Merlot
Country
Italy
Region
Toscana
Appellation
Toscana
Body
full
Acidity
medium
Tannin
high
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

carnes vermelhas assadas · cordeiro · guisados · queijos curados

Rated vintages

  • 201194 pts

    A rich, ripe expression of one of Italy's iconic wines, this displays the heat of the 2011 vintage. It opens with aromas of red currants, tobacco, oak and exotic spice while the full-bodied palate delivers dried black cherries, blueberry extract, licorice and black pepper. Dense…

  • 201097 pts

    The phenomenal 2010 vintage shows why this wine is considered Italy's top purebred Merlot. Revealing structure, finesse and mesmerizing depth, it delivers blackberries, currants, cedar, exotic spices and mocha alongside firm, polished tannins and fresh acidity. It's well balance…