Superiore Toar
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Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from the vintage release, though exceptional vintages can develop gracefully for up to 10 years.
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Roast lamb with aromatic herbs, grilled red meats, and aged cheeses like Pecorino.
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Masi's 'Toar' is a revolutionary Valpolicella Classico Superiore that tells a story of viticultural resurrection. Its name derives from the local dialect word for the volcanic tufa soils of its hillside vineyards in the Veneto region. Unlike many of Masi's famous wines that rely on the semi-dried grape appassimento technique, Toar is crafted from fresh grapes, showcasing a unique blend of Corvina, Rondinella, and the rare, ancient grape variety Oseleta. Thought to be extinct after the phylloxera epidemic due to its low yields, Oseleta was rediscovered and championed by Masi in the 1980s. This thick-skinned grape imparts an unusually deep color, robust tannins, and a firm structure to the blend, beautifully balancing the bright cherry fruit and herbal elegance of the Corvina. Aged in oak casks, Toar represents a modern interpretation of Valpolicella that honors the volcanic terroir and lost heritage of the region.
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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.