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Masseto Magic: Making, Decanting & Tasting a Tuscan Icon

What does it take to make one of the world's great Merlots? Bruce Sanderson and winemaker Axel Heinz discuss all things Masseto as they taste the 2012 vintage.

Tags: Northern Italy, Bolgheri, Merlot

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