2019, Massetino, TOSCANA, Italy

Second wine to Masseto. Blend: Cabernet Franc and Merlot. 

This is only the third vintage of Masseto’s second wine, which shares the same pedigree as its sibling, and the second time it is being released on the Place after the 2018 debuted last year. The first time Cabernet Franc is used in the blend, which is completed by 94% Merlot, this has a lovely ripe quality to it with florality coming from the Cabernet. There are some serious tannins on the palate, with a touch of heat, spicy new oak and liquorice coming through the blackcurrant and berry fruit. Opulent and rich but balanced with fresh acidity. Malolactic fermentation takes place in barrel, with 50% new oak. After the first 12 month of ageing the wine is blended and put back into barrels for a further three months before bottling. Georgina Hindle, Decanter.

Drinking Window: 2025 - 2038