Tenuta Ornellaia, Masseto 2001, Tuscany, Italy

The 2001 Masseto is an iconic pure Merlot from Tuscany’s Bolgheri region, renowned as the “Italian Pétrus.” This vintage showcases an intense ruby color with garnet highlights, a complex bouquet of ripe black fruits, spices, cocoa, and leather. On the palate, it’s rich and velvety with silky tannins and a long, elegant finish.

Ratings:

• Wine Spectator: 100/100

• James Suckling: 100/100

• Antonio Galloni (Vinous): 98/100

• Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate: 98/100