Guado de' Gemoli

2003 Bolgheri Red Blend

The 2003 Guado de' Gemoli is a captivating red blend from the renowned Bolgheri region of Italy. Its vibrant red hue invites you to experience an array of enticing flavors. This wine offers a full-bodied profile, imparting richness and depth. The acidity is bright and refreshing, providing an invigorating balance to the wine's structure. With prominent fruit intensity, you can expect luscious notes of dark berries and ripe cherries, beautifully complemented by subtle spice elements. The tannins are firm yet approachable, adding a layer of sophistication that enhances the overall experience. This red blend finishes off dry, leaving a lingering impression that invites you back for another sip, perfectly embodying the elegance of Bolgheri wines.

Tasting notes:

Oak

Blackberry

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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