Masseto Vintage:2004 vibrant acidity and some overall

vibrant acidity and some overall austerity

Inky in color

expand and take on additional nuances

leather and licorice meld into the expressive finish

The fruit remains fabulously rich and vibrant from start to finish

Masseto Vintage:2004 vibrant acidity and some overallThe 2014 Masseto has taken quite a bit of time to start to emerge. In that sense, it reminds me a bit of the 2008, another wine that took several years to be the least bit pleasurable. Masseto has a tremendous track record of aging, especially in cooler years. I think that will be the same here. Its best showing was at a recent complete vertical, where it was terrific, even in the company of all the truly great Massetos. Readers should expect a mid