Fine Wine

September 0917, 2019
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LOT 134

Lot 134

TENUTA DELL'ORNELLAIA MASSETO TOSCANA IGT 2006 (1) WS 98 WA 100
TENUTA DELL'ORNELLAIA MASSETO TOSCANA IGT 2008 (1) WS 93 WA 97+

TENUTA DELL'ORNELLAIA MASSETO TOSCANA IGT 2006 (1) WS 98 WA 100
TENUTA DELL'ORNELLAIA MASSETO TOSCANA IGT 2008 (1) WS 93 WA 97+
Lot 134 Details
TENUTA DELL'ORNELLAIA MASSETO TOSCANA IGT 2006 (1)

Tuscany.

The wine possesses staggering richness in a style that perfectly captures the essence of this great Tuscan vintage. Black cherries, flowers, licorice and sweet toasted oak are just some of the nuances that emerge from the 2006 Masseto. A wine of breathtaking depth, it also reveals superb clarity, freshness and vibrancy in a sumptuous, beautifully-balanced style. Simply put, the 2006 Masseto is a masterpiece from Tenuta dell’ Ornellaia. Drink: 2016-2040 WS 98 WA 100

TENUTA DELL'ORNELLAIA MASSETO TOSCANA IGT 2008 (1)

Tuscany.
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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. June 2012 WS 93 WA 97+

2 bts.    per lot $2,000 - $2,200

Realised: $1,860
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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