Masi and the evolution of Amarone
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Sarah Heller MW explores Masi's benchmark Amarone through a rare vertical tasting, revealing how vineyard, vintage and process shape both the boldness and finesse of this Venetian icon
Sarah Heller MW
Club Oenologique contributor
Italophile MW Sarah Heller was born and raised in Hong Kong, where she covers wine for Asia Tatler, disseminating her sometimes idiosyncratic wine recommendations across the continent.
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