Masseto 2022

Masseto 2022 is one of Tuscany’s most sought-after Merlot expressions, drawn from the iconic blue clay hillside of Bolgheri. Born from a hot, demanding growing season, it combines remarkable concentration with the finesse, mineral depth, and precision that have made Masseto a benchmark wine on the world stage.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, Masseto 2022 shows a vivid deep ruby-red color. The nose is intense and layered, with aromas of cherry, blackberry, and ripe plum, lifted by dried herbs, warm spices, dark cocoa, and a cool earthy note that speaks to its distinctive terroir. The palate is rich, dense, and full-bodied, framed by ripe, tightly knit tannins and impressive length. Despite its power, the wine retains a striking freshness and energy, with a lively line of acidity supporting the concentrated fruit. Saline mineral tones, bitter herbs, and bright cherry notes carry through the long finish. This is a vintage with excellent aging potential and a very long cellar life ahead.

Production
Masseto 2022 comes entirely from Merlot grown on the famous Pliocene blue clay slopes of Bolgheri in Tuscany, a site that gives the wine its trademark depth, structure, and mineral character. The vintage was marked by extreme heat and a long dry spell, but August rains and cool September nights restored balance and allowed for slow, harmonious ripening. Harvest took place parcel by parcel from September 6 to October 9, with each plot picked at optimal maturity. The grapes were vinified separately in concrete tanks with spontaneous fermentation, followed by malolactic fermentation in new barriques. The wine was then aged for 24 months in oak and rested for a further year in bottle before release, preserving the vineyard’s natural power while refining its elegance.

Food & Serving
Masseto 2022 is best enjoyed with refined dishes such as grilled beef fillet, lamb, venison, truffle risotto, or slow-braised meats. It also pairs beautifully with aged hard cheeses. Serve at 16–18°C and, for the best expression, decant for 1–2 hours before serving.

Producer
Masseto is one of Italy’s most celebrated cult estates, revered for producing a single, exceptional Merlot from a unique vineyard in Bolgheri. The estate has earned international acclaim for its consistency, purity, and ability to translate its blue-clay terroir into wines of extraordinary depth and longevity. It remains a reference point for top-tier Tuscan Merlot and one of the great names in modern Italian wine.

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