Guado De' Gemoli

Bolgheri Red Blend

Giovanni Chiappini Guado De' Gemoli is a captivating red blend hailing from the esteemed Bolgheri region of Italy, renowned for its exceptional winegrowing conditions. This wine showcases a full-bodied profile with remarkable depth, enticing the senses with its pronounced acidity that offers a refreshing brightness. The fruit intensity is highly prominent, revealing luscious notes of dark berries and cherries that dance harmoniously on the palate. Tannins are firm yet refined, providing a structured backbone that beautifully supports the fruit character. As a wine that is decidedly dry, it invites exploration, making it a fantastic companion for hearty dishes and rich flavors, embodying the essence of Bolgheri's fine winemaking tradition.

Tasting notes:

Blackberry

Blackcurrant

Baking Spice

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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