La Massa 2014
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Description
The elegant identity of a Tuscan red wine
The estate
La Massa, a wine estate since 1400, was acquired in 1992 by Gian Paolo Motta, who was passionate about the finest Bordeaux wines. Gian Paolo Motta was eager to turn this estate into an essential reference point among fine Italian wines. Located in Panzano, near the Conca d'Oro, La Massa produces IGT Toscana wines that are renowned for their quality and great finesse.
The vineyard
La Massa is a fine Tuscan wine that stems from a 25-hectare vineyard. Poised at an altitude of 360 metres, the south facing plot is situated in the Panzano winegrowing area. The estate's uniqueness lies in its tapestry of terroirs that spread over three geological levels, including clayey limestone, marl with a scaly fracture (galestro) and clay soils.
The vintage
A mild winter, 2 to 3°C warmer than the seasonal average, preceded a mild, dry spring that favoured budbreak and the beginning of the vegetative cycle. A sharp drop in temperature during the second half of June slowed down the vineyard’s growth. A considerable amount of rainfall prompted the estate’s teams to increase their work in the vineyard (leaf stripping, cluster thinning) in order to preserve its health until the harvest. The harvest, which started in the second half of September, was particularly late and was carried out in a particularly mild climate. The perfectly ripe grapes showcase a high quality.
Vinification and ageing
Vinification in the estate's new facilities. Aged in French oak barrels (20% new oak).
The blend
Sangiovese (60%)
Merlot (30%)
Cabernet Sauvignon and Alicante Bouschet (10%)
La Massa 2014: Characteristics and tasting tips
The tasting
Colour
This wine is a bright ruby red colour.
Nose
The aromatic palette is characterised by elegant floral notes such as violets and wild berries, cherries and spicy notes.
Palate
On the palate, this wine shows a beautiful structure, along with a pleasant volume and concentration on fine-grained tannins. The finish is long with notes of black fruits.