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Wine Masseto Tenuta Dell’Ornellaia

Wine Masseto Tenuta Dell’Ornellaia

Italian Red Wine

Merlot

Tenuta dell'Ornellaia

Masseto is a 'Cru' that comes from the vineyard of just seven acres, known for its exceptional terroir. Merlot, with great structure and longevity, is produced in very small quantities due to the rigorous selection and philosophy of excellence that inspires.
Listed as one of the most exclusive wines in the world, sought after by collectors and the protagonist in the most important international auctions, collecting Masseto consistently excellent ratings and unanimous support from the most important international opinion leaders.

The main element that characterizes Masseto is its power and tannin structure of great impact. In the mouth the texture is dense, rich and intense with a very silky and smooth tannins. Excellent length with a touch of acidity to finish with a feeling of freshness. Very elegant and complex bouquet, with tones of red and black berry fruit perfectly ripe, but also a great presence balsamic with hints of herbs, sweet spices and cocoa

Technical Data

Year
2008
Denomination
IGT
Vine variety
Merlot 100%
Vineyard exposure
Cartizze
Fermentation period
Due settimane con temperatura controllata, raggiunta la gradazione alcolica ottimale il vino viene
Alcohol
14,5 %
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