Masseto

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Masseto is a celebrated Super Tuscan wine, crafted entirely from Merlot grapes. It is produced by Tenuta dell'Ornellaia in the Bolgheri region of Tuscany. The wine's exceptional quality is attributed to its unique terroir, featuring blue clay soils that provide ideal conditions for Merlot to develop a complex profile. The vineyard's proximity to the Tyrrhenian Sea moderates the climate, contributing to a balanced ripening process and enhancing the wine's natural acidity and structure. Masseto is renowned for its aromatic complexity, showcasing notes of dark fruit, earth, and subtle floral tones that evolve beautifully with age. Its structure is characterized by firm tannins, allowing it to age gracefully over decades. The winemaking process involves meticulous hand-harvesting, fermentation in temperature-controlled tanks, and aging in French oak barrels. Masseto's distinctive quality and consistency have elevated it to iconic status globally, making it a prized collector's item.