Ratings
92
Identity
| Producer | Franco Masiero |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Invecchiato |
| Grapes | Merlot, Cabernet Franc |
| Color | red |
Tasting
| Color Desc | red |
| Aroma | Spicy, dense, vivid with sour cherries, bitter plums, cherries, grainy with nice acidity |
| Palate | Edgy but accessible, juicy with a nice grippy edge, supple red cherries and plums, stony with nice energy |
| Finish | Edgy finish with grippy texture and lasting energy |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with any food |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| Biodynamic | Yes |
| Natural | Yes |
| ABV % | 13.0 |
| Sugar (g/l) | 1.70 |
| Aging Process | Aged in concrete tanks |
| Fermentation | spontaneous fermentation without selected yeasts in wooden tubs |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 250-430 m |
| Soil | volcanic and limestone soils |
Interesting facts
| Masiero is a biodynamic producer in Veneto, Italy, founded in 2000 by Franco and Francesca Masiero. The Urban 2020 is a blend with Merlot taking a lead role, aged in concrete. The winery uses biodynamic preparations and natural winemaking techniques. |