Guado Al Tasso Marchesi Antinori Bolgheri Doc Superiore 2021

Guado Al Tasso Bolgheri Doc Superiore Marchesi Antinori 2021

• Manufacturer: Marchesi Antinori
• Denomination: Bolgheri DOC Superiore
• Vintage: 2021
• Grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
• Format: 75 cl
• Certification: High quality red wine, Bolgheri DOC

Product Description.

Guado al Tasso 2021 is the flagship wine of Marchesi Antinori’s Guado al Tasso estate. This wine of great elegance is a symbol of Bolgheri terroir, thanks to the combination of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and a small percentage of Petit Verdot. The alluvial clay-sandy soils of the estate contribute to a wine with structure, complexity and minerality, enriched by the typical Bolgheri agglomeration.

Climate and Harvest

The 2021 vintage was characterized by ideal weather conditions for viticulture. After a rainy winter, the summer season enjoyed a long dry period that allowed gradual and uniform ripening of the grapes. The harvest followed a perfect rhythm, starting with Merlot in early September, continuing with Cabernet Franc and ending with Cabernet Sauvignon at the end of the month, ensuring excellent concentration and integrity in each variety.

The Bolgheri Amphitheater

Tenuta Guado al Tasso is located in the fascinating Bolgheri Amphitheater, where hills protect the plain facing the sea. This unique microclimate, characterized by wide temperature ranges, gives the grapes extraordinary aromaticity and promotes perfect ripening.

Vinification

Grapes are carefully selected before and after destemming to ensure impeccable quality. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks for 15-20 days. After malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged in new French oak barrels for 18 months and bottled in June 2022.

Tasting Notes

Guado al Tasso 2021 shows a deep ruby red color. The nose offers a complex bouquet of black fruits, sweet spices, toasted wood and notes of underbrush. On the palate, the wine is harmonious and persistent, with velvety tannins and an elegant finish. Drink now or keep for further aging.

Coat of Arms and History

Guado al Tasso’s label bears the historic coat of arms of the Della Gherardesca family, former owners of the estate, and the capsule displays the motto “Te Duce Proficio,” a tribute to the Antinori family tradition.

Tenuta Guado al Tasso

Located in the renowned Bolgheri appellation, the estate covers 320 hectares and benefits from a mild, breezy climate ideal for international varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.

Ideal for:

A tasting experience of the highest caliber, perfect to accompany meat dishes, game and aged cheeses. Guado al Tasso is also an excellent choice for a special occasion or for those who want to discover the excellence of Bolgheri.