Masseto 2021

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The Exquisite Linear Energy: How an Ideal Classical Season Sculpted an Absolute Masterpiece

Masseto 2021 is a legendary, structurally breathtaking, and hyper-refined 100% Merlot that stands as one of the most sublime and critically acclaimed triumphs in the history of the Bolgheri estate. The official 2021 vintage report describes a highly favorable, classical growing season on the Tuscan coast. A mild and rainy winter completely replenishe...

Masseto was born ‘almost by chance’ in 1986 when it was decided to vinify the Merlot from the Masseto vineyard alone as it ‘promised well’. This small, exceptional and legendary cru has soon become a collector’s item sold in auctions all over the world. The first vintage was called very simply ‘Merlot’ but, from 1987, it has taken on the name of its vineyard ‘Masseto’.

The Masseto vineyard is a unique place. Blessed with the generosity of a...