Masi Costasera Amarone

”Proud majestic complex and exuberant: this is a special cru version of Masi’s gentle giant Costasera. A benchmark for the Amarone category which together with Barolo and Brunello makes up the aristocracy of the Italian wine world. Here Masi’s unrivalled expertise in the Appassimento technique is used to give the grapes a long period of further ripening on bamboo racks and an ageing period for the wine of at least three years in casks made from the finest wood types. The expert use of indigenous grapes for the Valpolicella Classica area – Corvina Rondinella and Molinara – is enriched by the addition of the unique Oseleta a grape variety rediscovered by Masi. Tasting notes Look: opaque ruby red. Nose: plums and baked cherries with hints of toasted coffee. Palate: majestic and elegant cherries preserved in spirit and bitter cocoa. Attractively long finish. Food pairing Ideal with red meat game and mature cheeses. Fine after-dinner drink.” – Masi