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| Region | Tuscany |
| Appellation | Toscana |
| Category | Red Wine |
| Classification | IGT (Italy) |
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| Cat | Region | Year | Producer, Wine | Size | C(s) | Bt(s) | HKD/Cs | HKD/Bt | Score | Critic | |
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Tuscany | 2008 | Tenuta dell´Ornellaia, Masseto | BT | - | 2 | - | HK$7,500 | 98 | JD | |
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Tuscany | 2008 | Tenuta dell´Ornellaia, Masseto | BT3 | 1 (3) | - | HK$21,938 | - | 98 | JD | |
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The 2008 Masseto is another huge wine. It boasts tons of energy in a tense, inward style I can only describe as implosive, as if the wine is holding back all of its energy. A deep core of black fruit, grilled herbs, licorice and new leather emerges from time to time, but the tannins are still imposing. There is no shortage of pedigree. I fully expect the 2008 to develop into one of the great Massetos. Needless to say, it will be interesting to taste the 2008 in vertical tastings in the future. Anticipated maturity: 2018-2033.
The 2009 vintage was not easy at Tenuta dell’Ornellaia because of the scorching hot summer. Readers may want to take a look at my video interview with Axel Heinz for more on the 2009 vintage.
Score: 97+ Robert Parker (RP), The Wine Advocate (WA), June 2012
The 2008 Masseto is a powerhouse, and unquestionably one of the greatest expression of pure Merlot out there. Incredibly deep, rich notes of black fruits, chocolate, earth, and licorice all emerge from this majestic yet classic, regal, masculine wine. It’s full-bodied and beautifully balanced on the palate and has fabulous purity of fruit, polished tannins, and a huge finish. It’s still a baby but wow, what a wine.
Score: 98 Jeb Dunnuck (JD), JebDunnuck.com (JD), December 2018