2017 Guado al Tasso Bolgheri Superiore: ripe and well-structured
The 2017 Marchesi Antinori Tenuta Guado al Tasso Bolgheri Superiore DOC ranks among the very best in the world of Tuscan wine. Hailing from the prestigious Tenuta Guado al Tasso in Bolgheri, this iconic Super Tuscan blends Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot into a wine of impressive concentration, elegance, and complexity. The original wooden case containing six bottles makes this release particularly appealing to collectors, investors, and connoisseurs of great Italian wines.
Despite the hot and dry conditions of 2017, Marchesi Antinori managed to produce an exceptionally well-balanced wine. Thanks to a rigorous selection of the best grapes, the result is a Bolgheri Superiore with ripe black fruit, refined tannins, and a wonderful freshness. The wine combines power with elegance and has impressive aging potential.
Aroma & taste
The nose opens with aromas of cassis, black cherries, plums, graphite, cedarwood, tobacco, dark chocolate, balsamic vinegar, and Mediterranean herbs. On the palate, it is rich, powerful, and perfectly balanced, with velvety tannins, lively acidity, and an exceptionally long, mineral finish.
Serving & foodpairing
Serve at 17–18°C and decant the wine at least two hours in advance. Perfect with Florentine bistecca, grilled beef, lamb, game dishes, truffle dishes, and aged hard cheeses.
Why We Chose This Wine
At Port2Port, Guado al Tasso ranks among Italy’s very best. The outstanding 2017 vintage and the original wooden case containing six bottles make this wine particularly appealing to enthusiasts, collectors, and investors looking for an iconic Bolgheri Superiore.
The story behind the bottle
Tenuta Guado al Tasso is located in the heart of Bolgheri and is one of Italy’s most prestigious estates. Thanks to its unique coastal terroir and the craftsmanship of Marchesi Antinori, wines produced here have long been ranked among the very best in the world. The 2017 vintage once again confirms the exceptional reputation of this iconic estate.
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