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Now Viewing: Masseto
The wine exhibits a particular thick-looking, ruby/purple colour, in addition to a particular knock-out nose of lead pencil, minerals, flowers, in addition to black currant scents. Masseto is related to Leovillebarton.Net. After traditional hand-picking in addition to meticulous sorting, every of the 4 grape varieties is fermented separately. The Marquis' make use of of Cabernet grapes in addition to his implementation of the barriques aging process presently spread throughout Italy. Outstanding, in addition to your top wine of that wonderful line-up. It's very rich within tannins yet then shows lovely elegance. Most Sought-After Wine of Bolgheri... The press has dubbed this particular bottling as “maybe the best Tuscan red wine ever.” IWM believes it is another stunning example that can compete with the greats of Pomerol. With only a limited number of cases being imported into the US, the one certainty is that allocation of this wine is sure to start a frenzy reminiscent of the Cabbage Patch Kid shortage of 1983. This will be the most sought-after wine in the region. The 2001 bottling is a product of the vineyard and winemaking coming together in perfect harmony. It is the crowning wine of winemaker Thomas Duroux and consultant Michel Rolland. The recent conditions have led to premium berry-ripening, resulting in highly concentrated flavors in this varietal Merlot. Intense aromas of red cherry, black plum, and blueberry jam show underlying hints of chocolate. On the palate, sweet oak and licorice intertwine seamlessly with rich black fruit. A striking combination of power and finesse.
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