At a glance

Producer

Massa Vecchia

Region

Tuscany, Italy

Grape variety

Blend (primarily Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon)

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$60-$80

Tasting profile

Concentrated dark fruit aromas (blackberry, plum), herbal notes, hints of cedar and tobacco. Tannins assertive but balanced by acidity.

Evolution: Will develop more complex tertiary notes of leather, truffle, and earth over next 5-10 years.

At peak: Silky texture with integrated tannins, complex bouquet with spice and forest floor nuances

Structure

Acidity

Balanced, medium-high

Tannins

Firm, well-structured

Alcohol

14.0-14.5%

Aging potential

15+ years, suitable for extended cellar aging

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2028 to 2046

Optimal window

2025 to 2049

Current status

Approaching early maturity but still developing

Current condition

Youthful with rich fruit and firm tannins

The blend’s tannic structure and moderate acidity, combined with top-quality 2021 vintage conditions in Tuscany, support a long maturation period. This provides a wide drinking window peaking around a decade from bottling.

Food pairing

Red meats, game, aged cheeses, and hearty Tuscan dishes like bistecca alla fiorentina, wild boar ragu.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To soften tannins and allow bouquet to fully open

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Uses integrated pest management, water conservation techniques, solar energy on-site, lightweight glass bottles to reduce packaging impact

Massa Vecchia employs recognized sustainable farming practices focusing on reducing chemical inputs and conserving resources. While lacking formal organic certification, the estate demonstrates good environmental stewardship with investments in renewable energy and eco-friendly packaging, contributing to a balanced carbon footprint typical for premium Tuscan estates.