Marchese Antinori, Tenuta Guado al Tasso, Bolgheri Superiore 2017
Product Information
Country Italy
Region Tuscany
Grape Variety Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Vintage 2017
ABV 14.5%
Experience the exceptional quality of the Guado al Tasso 2017 vintage, a premium Super Tuscan red wine from Bolgheri, Tuscany. Crafted from meticulously hand-harvested grapes grown in the ideal Mediterranean climate near the sea, this wine embodies the perfect balance of power and elegance.
Vintage
The 2017 growing season featured mild winters and early bud break, with the coastal Bolgheri region protected from late April frosts. Hot and dry weather from May to August naturally limited vine growth and cluster size, while timely rain showers in late summer ensured a balanced ripening process. Harvest began early, with Merlot grapes picked on August 26th, followed by Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon in late September.
Winemaking
Each grape variety was carefully handpicked from individual vineyard blocks, with a strict double sorting process before fermentation to ensure optimal grape quality. Fermentation and maceration occurred in temperature-controlled stainless-steel vats for 15-20 days. The wine underwent malolactic fermentation in barriques, followed by ageing in new French oak barrels until bottling in July 2019.
Tasting Notes
Guado al Tasso 2017 showcases an intense ruby red colour with a clean, powerful nose bursting with aromas of ripe red berries—raspberries, wild strawberries, and blackberries—accented by subtle hints of laurel and mint. On the palate, this Super Tuscan wine offers a soft, voluminous entry with a persistent, silky tannic structure and remarkable balance. Perfect for immediate enjoyment or cellar ageing to enhance complexity over the next decade.
Discover Guado al Tasso Estate Premium Bolgheri DOC Wines from Upper Maremma Coast Located in the prestigious Bolgheri DOC wine region on the scenic upper Maremma coast of Tuscany, the Guado al Tasso estate is a shining gem for Italian wine lovers. Nestled approximately 100 kilometres southwest of Florence, this award-winning Bolgheri estate produces some of the finest Italian red wines, celebrated both locally and internationally.
Established within the Bolgheri DOC appellation, officially recognized since 1995, Guado al Tasso benefits from a unique terroir surrounded by the iconic "Bolgheri Amphitheatre" a striking landscape of rolling hills that encircle a vast, fertile plain. The estate spans over 320 hectares (790 acres) of meticulously maintained vineyards, ideal for growing premium grape varieties.
The vineyards feature expertly cultivated Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, as well as Vermentino Nero and Vermentino Bianco grapes, making Guado al Tasso a renowned source for quality Tuscan wines. Thanks to the proximity of the nearby Tyrrhenian Sea, the estate enjoys a mild Mediterranean climate with constant sea breezes that temper summer heat and soften winter chills. This optimal climate ensures exceptional sunlight exposure and consistently clear skies, perfect for producing rich, flavourful grapes.
