Tenuta Guado Al Tasso

2020 Bolgheri Red Blend

Il Bruciato Tenuta Guado Al Tasso is a remarkable red blend from the prestigious Bolgheri region, celebrated for its rich terroir that enhances the complexity of the wine. This 2020 vintage showcases a beautiful red hue, hinting at the depth and charm within the bottle. The wine exudes a lovely balance of body and fruit intensity, delivering a delightful combination of dark fruits and subtle spice notes. The acidity brings a refreshing vibrancy, ensuring that each sip is invigorating and mouthwatering. Tannins are gracefully integrated, offering structure without overpowering the palate, making this wine a superb companion for a variety of dishes. Overall, it's a charming, well-rounded expression of Bolgheri that is sure to please both casual drinkers and connoisseurs alike.

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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