2017 Masseto – Tuscany’s Sexiest Merlot, Unleashed

This isn’t Merlot. This is Masseto.

Forget what you think you know about Merlot—2017 Masseto rewrites the rules with a swagger all its own. Born from Bolgheri’s blue clay and raised in one of the world’s most secretive and exclusive wineries, this bottle is rich, spicy, and built like a Roman god in red velvet.

With a 97-point bombshell review from Falstaff and a reputation that whispers “collector's grail,” this vintage shows ripe blueberry and plum, backed by clove, heat, and muscle-bound tannins. Powerful, polished, and a little dangerous—just the way we like it.

🍷 TASTING NOTES:

• Color: Deep ruby with a seductive glow.

• Nose: Juicy blueberries, ripe plums, clove, and a kiss of spice—pure sensory foreplay.

• Palate: Full-bodied and unapologetic. Dark fruit wrapped in layered tannins with a spicy, slow-burn intensity.

• Finish: Long, warm, and spicy—lingering like the best kind of bad idea.

💯 CRITIC SCORE:

97 Points – Falstaff

“Bright ruby… full of blueberries, cloves, and plum. Layered tannins, powerful body, spicy finish. Quite hot.”
Translation? This wine doesn’t ask for permission.

🥩 PAIR IT WITH FIRE:

• Red Meat Royalty: Ribeye, filet mignon, or something braised for hours.

• Cheese Drama: Aged Gouda, creamy blue—bring bold to meet bold.

• Veg Luxe: Mushroom risotto, roasted eggplant, anything earthy that deserves silk and spice.

📦 THE SPECS:

• Grape: 100% Merlot

• ABV: 15.5% (yes, she’s got heat)

• Region: Bolgheri, Toscana IGT 🇮🇹

• Serve At: 60–64°F (16–18°C)

• Cellaring: Built to last. Cellar for 20 years if you can resist.

WHY INBODEGA OBSESSES OVER MASSETO:

Because this wine is Italian elegance with a dark side. It’s rare, it’s rich, it’s revered. The 2017 Masseto doesn’t sip—it struts. Every bottle is a statement, a flex, a slow dance in a dark suit.

Add it to your collection—or your next unforgettable night. Just don’t wait.