Complete Masseto Vertical 1987-2014

Antonio Galloni and Masseto Winemaker Axel Heinz present a once-in-a-lifetime vertical of Masseto spanning every vintage back to 1987. The Rotunda in the Country Music Hall of Fame is the setting for this incredible night of wine, food and conversation. Special guests include Martina and John McBride and Pam and Steve Taylor, who are generously donating the wines. Seats to this very special dinner were be auctioned at the Nashville Wine Auction, which has raised more than $21 million for organizations whose purpose is directly related to treatment, patient care, and the eradication of cancer.

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Toscana Merlot 1993

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Explosive, deep and powerful. A fabulous surprise.

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Toscana Merlot 1989

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Fragile and falling apart. Not the best bottles, have had far better examples.

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Toscana Merlot 2014

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A wine that continues to improve with time in bottle.

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Toscana Merlot 2011

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Like the 2009, the 2011 is a bit dull next to the other wines in this tasting.

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Toscana Merlot 2008

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As always, dark, virile and potent.

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Toscana Merlot 2005

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Comes across as a bit burly tonight. Good depth, but the tannins are also lacking in polish.

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Toscana Merlot 2002

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It’s no longer a surprise how gorgeous the 2002 is.

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Toscana Merlot 1992

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From magnum. One of the most surprising wines of the night. Loved the depth and freshness here.

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Toscana Merlot 1988

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Superb depth and power, especially for a wine of its age. A clear highlight in this complete vertical.

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Toscana Merlot 2013

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Vibrant, perfumed and super nuanced. Absolutely exquisite tonight.

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Toscana Merlot 2010

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Truly superb. Explosive, deep and powerful.

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Toscana Merlot 2007

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One of the best showings ever for the 1997. Superb.

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Toscana Merlot 2004

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Remains one of to all-time great years for Masseto. Phenomenal length. The 2004 is all class.

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Toscana Merlot 1991

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Delicate, nuanced and gracious. Time to drink.

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Toscana Merlot 1990

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A great example of the year. Superb.

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Toscana Merlot 1987

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Impecccable balance, class and grace. Terrific.

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Toscana Merlot 2012

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Great freshness to play off the ripe, racy fruit. Terrific.

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Toscana Merlot 2009

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In this context, not that exciting. Certainly very good, but the limits of the vintage are evident.

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Toscana Merlot 2006

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Always epic, as it is again tonight. Dazzling.

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Toscana Merlot 2003

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Shockingly fresh for the year. Strong showing. Many people loved this. Hard to disagree.