Massetino - Toscana IGT 2020
Massetino, the same pedigree as its elder brother
Masseto is the name for a unique wine, vineyard, and estate. The potential of the slope where the vineyard stands on the Tuscan coast was sensed in the early 1980s when the first vines were planted, contrary to all odds, advice and local tradition. The intuition paid off. The blue clay soil, the cool coastal breezes, and the excellent refraction of light guaranteed by the Mediterranean Sea contribute to the intriguing mix of power, elegance and complexity that distinguishes the estate's wine.
Masseto, since the 2017 harvest, is accompanied by its second wine, Massetino. Both are grown on 11 hectares on the hill of Masseto and are transformed from precious grapes into desirable bottles of wine in the cellar designed by the Zito Mori studio and inaugurated in April 2019. Massetino’s personality is already self-assured as it shares the same pedigree as Masseto. Just like its elder sibling it juxtaposes power and opulence with discretion and classicism.
2020 vintage
After a mild and rainy winter, the Spring included generally warm weather with normal rainfall, ensuring regular vegetative development until flowering. June had an intense rainy period towards the middle of the month, followed by a very long period of drought with a substantial absence of rain and torrid temperatures until the end of August. Rains came at the end of August and brought a considerable drop in temperatures, with night lows reaching as low as 13°C: ideal conditions for the Merlots to complete their ripening.
Tasting notes
The bold, purple colour of Massetino 2020 immediately strikes the eye, ready to reveal its strong identity. The hints of ripe cherry and undergrowth perceived on the nose are consistent, with the beautiful crispness and freshness of the fruit. In this ideal combination of power and flavour intensity, Massetino 2020 perfectly embodies the traits of the vintage.