The 2019 La Massa Giorgio Primo, a proprietary blend from Tuscany, Italy, demonstrates an impressive fusion of classic Bordeaux varietals. Comprising 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and 5% Petit Verdot, this wine is crafted by La Massa and pays homage to Giampaolo Motta's grandfather and son. The vineyard is located in Chianti’s Conca d'Oro (golden basin) in Panzano, at an elevation of 360 meters, and features southwest-facing vines planted on schist clay, galestro marl, and limestone.

Decanter awarded this wine a score of 96, noting its “intense, expressive and rich” nose with aromas of “dried herbs, sunkissed plums, balsamic-edged blackcurrants, and fragrant black cherries” complemented by “cinnamon, tobacco clove, and black olive.” The review emphasizes its “controlled power and balanced acidity,” describing the tannins as “chalky and velvety.” Decanter also highlights the wine’s ability to expand and lengthen vertically, adding layers of flavor and texture without heaviness.

James Suckling, who gave the wine a commendable 97 points, praises its “extremely complex aromas of crushed currants, spices, and sandalwood with some bark,” and notes the presence of violets. He describes it as “full-bodied with creamy, polished tannins and great intensity,” suggesting it is “layered and beautiful” and recommending it for consumption from 2024 onwards.

Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate echoes this sentiment with another 97-point rating, appreciating the wine's “dark fruit, spice, graphite, and pencil shavings.” The review points out the “beautifully managed” tannins and the wine’s “long and complex” finish. The publication also mentions vintner Giampaolo Motta’s commitment to Panzano in Chianti for cultivating French grapes.

Vinous, rating the wine at 96 points, finds the 2019 Giorgio Primo to be a “dense, rich and explosive” follow-up to the 2018 vintage, with flavors of “dark fruit, chocolate, leather, incense, and spice.” Despite noting the oak's prominence, the review acknowledges the wine's overall quality.

Falstaff International, giving the highest score of 99 points, describes it as “bright, vibrant ruby red” with a “compact nose of rich cherries, black truffle, some pepper, and plenty of rich berry fruit.” They highlight its “densely woven” palate, “beautiful texture and punchy tannin,” and “distinctive stony and mineral components,” calling it a “terrific wine.”

The 2019 La Massa Giorgio Primo is clearly a standout wine, highly praised across the board for its complexity, balance, and potential for aging.