Antinori Tenuta Guado Al Tasso Guado al Tasso Superiore is a luxurious Italian red wine. This exquisite blend yields a pleasing bouquet of blackberry, currant, and soft spice notes, accompanied by a dash of earthiness. Produced in the famous Bolgheri Superiore region, its palate features plush tannins and a smooth, lengthy finish. Aged in oak barrels, this wine offers a harmonious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah. A sophisticated choice for connoisseurs who prize complexity and elegance, it pairs exceptionally well with rich, meaty dishes. Truly a sublime testament to Antinori’s wine-making prowess.

Tasting Notes

Guado al Tasso 2018 is an intense ruby red color. The nose opens with captivating notes of sweet spices and small dark ripe fruit, licorice root, leather and tobacco. On the palate the tannins are graceful: silky on entry and vibrant on the finish. Guado al Tasso 2018 is harmonious with excellent balance and pleasantness, it’s most certainly less powerful than the 2017 vintage, but perhaps for this reason is more refined and elegant.

About the Winery

Housed amid a breathtaking panorama, Antinori Tenuta Guado al Tasso vineyard represents true elegance and grandeur. Esteemed as one of Italy's most venerable family wine estates, it stretches gracefully over 1,000 hectares of the Tuscan countryside.

Brimming with historic charm, the wine estate paints a vivid picture of vintage Italy; a grand architectural masterpiece that had derived its name - 'Badger's Ford' from sightings of badgers crossing their ford over a small stream in the area. Today, it stands as an epitome of wine production - a name truly celebrated amongst wine enthusiasts on a global scale.

Possessing a rich blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and sometimes Petit Verdot, these exquisite wines capture the distinctive elegance, richness and complexity found only in Italy. The depth and character of the wine are amplified by the diverse, unique Tuscan soils that range from limestone to sandstone - imparting an exotic taste that's sure to tantalise any wine lover's palette.

The Antinori Tenuta Guado al Tasso is lauded for its superior-quality wines that are a reflection of traditional wine-making techniques intertwined with meticulous craftsmanship. Here, every bottle tells a grand story of distinctive taste, craftsmanship and generations of Italian winemaking heritage.

This winery offers an unforgettable experience, perfect for those who appreciate the fine art of winemaking. While indulging in the exclusive selection of wines, visitors can also feast their eyes on the beautiful surrounding landscapes - a spectacle that beautifully complements the distinctive taste of their wines.

Antinouri Tenuta Guado al Tasso, is more than just a winery. It's a place of historic charm, traditional practice, and a sublime marriage of land and grape - evoking an authenticity that's truly mesmerising.

Note, however, that visits are by appointment only so plan your visit accordingly. Embark on this enthralling oenological journey and get ready to be swept off your feet.

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