Sette 2013
Full-bodied red wine · Masi Agricola
Vintage: 2013
Type
Full-bodied red wine
Producer
Masi Agricola
Country
Italy
Vintage
2013
Region & Appellation
Veneto, Italy
Grape Varieties
A proprietary blend featuring Corvina and other indigenous or international red varieties typical of the producer's innovative style.
Color & Appearance
Deep ruby red with garnet highlights at the rim, showing good clarity and moderate-to-high viscosity with slow-moving legs.
Aroma Profile
Intense bouquet featuring dried cherries, dark plums, hints of sweet spices, tobacco, leather, and a touch of balsamic complexity.
Tasting Notes
A powerful and harmonious palate entry leading into a rich, concentrated mid-palate of dark fruits and baking spices, finishing long and warming with velvety tannins and persistent fruit extract.
Flavor Profile
Ripe black cherry, blackberry preserve, dried fruit nuances, dark chocolate, sweet tobacco, and subtle earthy undertones.
Body & Texture
Full-bodied with a rich, velvety mouthfeel, plush extract, and a smooth, enveloping texture.
Acidity & Tannins
Medium-high acidity providing refreshing lift to the rich fruit, supported by fine-grained, ripe, and well-integrated tannins.
Sweetness Level
Dry
Alcohol Content
13.5% ABV
Aging & Oak
Aged in oak barrels, imparting notes of vanilla, toasted oak, and spice while softening the structural tannins.
Food Pairings
Ideal for robust summer evening meals off the grill, pairing wonderfully with grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb chops, or aged hard cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano.
Serving Suggestions
Serve at 16-18°C in a large Bordeaux glass. Decant for 1 to 2 hours prior to serving to allow the complex aromas to fully unfold.
Price Range
$50 - $80 USD
Quality Assessment
Super-premium quality tier, highly rated by critics for its balance, depth, and faithful expression of Veneto winemaking artistry.
Production Methods
Carefully harvested grapes, temperature-controlled fermentation, traditional maceration, and patient barrel aging.
Terroir
Hilly limestone and clay-rich soils of the Veneto region, benefiting from favorable sun exposure and cooling breezes that maintain acidity.
History & Heritage
Crafted by Masi, a historic benchmark producer in the Veneto region renowned for pioneering modern techniques while honoring ancient winemaking traditions.
Interesting Facts
The name 'Sette' signifies the special significance of the number seven in the creator's vision and the meticulous blending process involved.
Cellaring Potential
Approachable now, but with proper cellaring conditions, it will continue to evolve gracefully through 2025-2028.
Similar Wines
Amarone della Valpolicella, Ripasso della Valpolicella, and bold Super Tuscan red blends.