Modello Rosato
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2023
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Light Italian antipasti, grilled seafood dishes, and fresh summer salads.
✨ Technical Specifications
Masi's Modello Rosato is a vibrant testament to the contemporary Venetian lifestyle, crafted by the legendary Boscaini family who have championed the region's viticulture for generations. Sourced from selected vineyards in the fertile plains of the Delle Venezie, this rosé is typically crafted from local red varieties such as Refosco and Raboso. The grapes benefit from a terroir shaped by alluvial soils and a climate moderated by the nearby Adriatic Sea and alpine breezes. Masi utilizes soft-pressing and temperature-controlled fermentation to preserve the bright, primary fruit aromas of wild strawberries and raspberries, resulting in a fresh, modern rosato that pays homage to the historic, hospitable spirit of the Veneto region.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1772 when the Boscaini family harvested their first vineyard plots in the Vaio dei Masi valley, Masi Agricola stands as a foundational pillar of modern Venetian viticulture. Anchored in the heart of Valpolicella Classica, the estate spans diverse microclimates and sedimentary limestone, marl, and volcanic soils across the Trevenezie, tempered by Lake Garda and alpine foothills. Masi revolutionized regional winemaking through the modern mastery of the ancient appassimento method—drying harvested bunches on traditional arelle bamboo racks—and pioneering the ripasso revival with their landmark 1964 Campofiorin. Governed by the Masi Technical Group and long stewarded by Sandro Boscaini, affectionately hailed as 'Mr. Amarone', the estate blends sustainability with exacting enology. Their benchmark expressions range from majestic, cru-designated Amarone della Valpolicella such as Costasera, Campolongo di Torbe, and Mazzano, to crisp Trevenezie whites like Masianco and vibrant sparkling wines, epitomizing classical Venetian refinement and textural depth.