Masseto - 2021

Name: Masseto
Brand: Ornellaia
SKU: 22377
Price: 979.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Item # 22377 750 mL

A rare red wine made from Merlot grapes. This bold wine comes from Italy’s Tuscan coast, overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, Masseto sits in a protective sweep of the Bolgheri hills. The vineyards are planted on blue clay soils - the origins dating back millions of years into what was known as the Pliocene era.

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Color

Red

Vintage

2021

Country

Italy

Region

Tuscany

Producer

Ornellaia

Grape Variety

Merlot

Limited Production: Only 1 bottle(s) per customer

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