Masianco Pinot Grigio
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Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 3 years from the vintage release to fully appreciate its fresh fruit character and delicate aromatic complexity.
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Grilled seafood, pasta dishes with basil pesto, and fresh goat cheese or light antipasti.
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Masi's Masianco is a brilliant expression of Venetian winemaking ingenuity, offering a sophisticated twist on the classic Pinot Grigio of the Delle Venezie region. At the heart of this wine is Masi's signature expertise in the appassimento method—a traditional grape-drying technique famously used for Amarone. For Masianco, fresh and vibrant Pinot Grigio is blended with Verduzzo, a native Venetian white grape. The Verduzzo grapes are left to dry on traditional bamboo racks for several weeks, concentrating their sugars, aromas, and structural complexity. When blended, the crisp, citrus, and pear notes of the Pinot Grigio are beautifully complemented by the honeyed richness, apricot undertones, and round texture of the semi-dried Verduzzo, creating a truly unique and textured white wine.
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Established in 1772 when the Boscaini family acquired their first vineyards in the 'Vaio dei Masi' valley, Masi Agricola is a benchmark producer of the Veneto region in northeastern Italy. Still family-owned and led by Sandro Boscaini, the estate is globally renowned for its expertise in the traditional Appassimento technique, where grapes are dried on bamboo racks to concentrate flavors. Masi is celebrated for pioneering the double-fermentation method behind its iconic Campofiorin, as well as crafting legendary Amarone della Valpolicella expressions like Costasera, Mazzano, and Campolongo di Torbe. Their portfolio beautifully bridges heritage and innovation, showcasing the diverse terroirs of Veneto, Friuli, and beyond through expressive red, white, and rosé wines.