La Massa
Giorgio Primo 2020
| Denomination | IGT Toscana |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot |
| Aging | Total ageing of 18 months: approximately 10 months in contact with fine lees with frequent bâtonnage and macro-oxygenation; racking and maturation in new 225-litre French oak barriques (about 50% in new wood for 16 months), with regular checks and analyses during ageing. |
- Blend 2020: Toscana IGT; Cabernet Sauvignon 70%, Merlot 25%, Petit Verdot 5%
- Aromatic profile: Notes of blackberry and blackcurrant, spices such as pepper and cardamom, with a hint of smokiness
- Vinification: Hand-selected grapes; spontaneous fermentation without added yeasts
- Ageing: 18 months in French oak barriques with bâtonnage and macro-oxygenation
- Serving and pairings: 16–18 °C, decant for 1 hour; ideal with game, red meats and mature cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Giorgio Primo by La Massa is a red wine of great structure, the result of a meticulous blend combining Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Its aromatic profile stands out for a deep concentration of blackberry and blackcurrant, accompanied by hints of pepper, cardamom and delicate smoky notes. On the palate, it reveals an opulent texture, supported by ultra-fine tannins and impeccable balance. The tasting concludes with a persistent finish, leaving a distinct and pleasantly mineral trace.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from the renowned Conca d’Oro di Panzano in Tuscany, where the south-facing vineyards thrive at around 360 metres above sea level. The warm, sunny and well-ventilated climate encourages optimal and even ripening of the bunches. The vine roots develop in clay and limestone soils, characterised by the presence of galestro and schist. This specific geological composition gives the wine a clear mineral imprint, deeply linking its organoleptic profile to the distinctive features of the territory.
How it is produced
The vinification process overseen by La Massa begins with a meticulous manual selection of individual berries, ensuring only the best fruit is processed. Fermentation starts spontaneously without the addition of selected yeasts and lasts for about three weeks. The wine is then transferred to French oak barrels for a maturation period of eighteen months. In the initial phase, the liquid rests on fine lees, benefiting from frequent bâtonnage and macro-oxygenation, essential techniques for consolidating the complexity and elegance of the structure.
History and Curiosities
The highest territorial expression of Fattoria La Massa, Giorgio Primo 2020 embodies the pinnacle of the estate's winemaking excellence. The vines grow at an altitude of 360 metres in the prestigious Conca d’Oro of Panzano, enjoying an ideal exposure. Shaped by the expertise of oenologist Carlo Ferrini, this warm and enveloping vintage has resulted in an exclusive production of only 11,500 bottles, consecrated by scores of 96/100 awarded by renowned critics such as Robert Parker and James Suckling.
Awards
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2020
96/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2020
96/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2020
96/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1992
- Oenologist: Carlo Ferrini
- Bottles produced: 100.000
- Hectares: 27
| Name | La Massa Giorgio Primo 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Toscana IGT |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | La Massa |
| Story | History and Curiosities The highest territorial expression of Fattoria La Massa, Giorgio Primo 2020 embodies the pinnacle of the estate's winemaking excellence. The vines grow at an altitude of 360 metres in the prestigious Conca d’Oro of Panzano, enjoying an ideal exposure. Shaped by the expertise of oenologist Carlo Ferrini, this warm and enveloping vintage has resulted in an exclusive production of only 11,500 bottles, consecrated by scores of 96/100 awarded by renowned critics such as Robert Parker and James Suckling. |
| Origin | Conca d’Oro di Panzano |
| Climate | Hot and sunny, well ventilated and with minimal rainfall |
| Soil composition | Predominantly scaly clays and galestro; clayey and calcareous soils rich in schists |
| Cultivation system | Spurred cordon |
| Plants per hectare | 6250 |
| Yield per hectare | Approximately 5625 kg/ha of grapes |
| Fermentation | Approximately 15–20 days |
| Production technique | Fermentation without added yeasts; manual selection of the grapes; ageing with bâtonnage and macro-oxygenation in new French oak barriques; limited use of sulphur dioxide |
| Wine making | Fermentation without added yeasts, lasting about 15–20 days; racking and transfer directly into new 225-litre French oak barriques; total ageing of 18 months with around 10 months in contact with the fine lees, with frequent bâtonnage and macro-oxygenation; use of sulphur dioxide in limited quantities. |
| Aging | Total ageing of 18 months: approximately 10 months in contact with fine lees with frequent bâtonnage and macro-oxygenation; racking and maturation in new 225-litre French oak barriques (about 50% in new wood for 16 months), with regular checks and analyses during ageing. |
| Year production | 11500 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |