Introduction:
A captivating and expressive red from Tuscany’s heartland, the 2022 Renzo Masi Contrapasso offers a masterful blend of Sangiovese and international varietals. It balances ripe fruit, savory nuance, and textural elegance—creating a wine that's both engaging and refined.

Terrior:
Sourced from vineyards on gentle Tuscan hillsides at around 350–400 m elevation, the vines thrive in well-drained clay-limestone soils enriched with marine fossils. The climate features warm days and cool nights, fostering balanced ripeness, aromatic depth, and structural freshness.

Appearance:
Deep ruby red with youthful purple highlights, clear and luminous in the glass.

Nose:
Inviting and layered, with aromas of blackberry, black cherry, and hints of dark currant. Cedar and crushed Mediterranean herbs (rosemary, sage) weave through a backdrop of sweet spice—nutmeg and clove—and a touch of iron-rich earth.

Palate:
Medium to full-bodied with a plush, polished texture. Flavors of ripe plum, cassis, and tart cherry lead, buoyed by bright acidity. Mid-palate herbal flourishes—Mediterranean bramble, licorice, and subtle tobacco leaf—add complexity. The tannins are well-integrated, fine-grained, and supportive.

Finish:
Persistent and smooth, ending on notes of dark fruit, dried herbs, and a whisper of graphite mineral tension that echoes the wine’s structure.

Overall Impression:
Renzo Masi’s Contrapasso expresses the best of Tuscan blending, offering richness without heaviness and sophistication with approachability. It’s a wine that delights today yet possesses the depth to improve over the next 5–7 years. Pair with wild mushroom risotto, braised meats, or aged pecorino for an ideal match.

Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): 14.5%
Farming Practices: Sustainable
Producer Name: Renzo Masi
Old World / New World: Old World
Country of Origin: Italy
Region: Toscana IGT (Tuscany)
Grape Varietals: 50/50 Sangiovese & Syrah 
Vintage: 2022
Wine Style: Dry Red; Medium‑ to full‑bodied with rich fruit, savory complexity, and balanced tannins
Winemaking Techniques: Hand‑harvested; fermented in temperature‑controlled vats with gentle extraction; aged 14 months in French oak barriques (35% new) and large stock barrels; bottle‑aged prior to release
Pack Size: 750 ml
Container Style: Glass Bottle
Closure Style: Natural Cork