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Guado Al Tasso

Bolgheri Red Blend

The Antinori Guado Al Tasso is a stunning red blend from the esteemed Bolgheri region, renowned for producing exceptional wines that reflect its unique terroir. This wine showcases a deep, vibrant red color, inviting you to explore its complex character. On the palate, it presents a full-bodied experience with lively acidity that keeps the flavor profile fresh and engaging. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing luscious notes of dark berries and ripe plum, complemented by subtle hints of spice and earthiness that add depth. Tannins are well-integrated and provide a firm structure, enhancing the wine’s elegance and ensuring it can age beautifully. The wine finishes dry, making it a perfect match for a variety of savory dishes, while also standing alone as an exquisite sipping experience.

Tasting notes:


Oak

Oak

Blackberry

Blackberry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Bolgheri

The birthplace of cult wine Sassicaia and the "Super Tuscan" movement, Bolgheri DOC is a fascinating recent addition to Italian wine history. For fans of silky Bordeaux-style reds, Bolgheri's nonconformist blends of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Sangiovese are second to none. Lying in a coastal area of central Tuscany called Alta Maremma (which was swampland until it was drained in the 1930s), Bolgheri's sloping, gravelly terroir is quite distinct from the Chianti hills. A local winemaker planted Bordeaux grapes here after WWII, and in 1978 his Sassicaia won first place at a blind tasting of Bordeaux wines. The rest is history. Bolgheri's Vermentino-based whites, while less famous, are also well worth seeking out. The DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) designation for Italian wines was introduced in the 1960s. It is the main classification system used in the country and regulates what winemakers can and cannot do regarding wine style, varietal restrictions, minimum and maximum alcohol levels, aging techniques and growing regions.

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