Marchesi Antinori - CONT'UGO BOLGHERI DOC ROSSO 2021

Marchesi Antinori - CONT'UGO BOLGHERI DOC ROSSO 2021
Exclusively Merlot grapes to interpret the Bolgheri area from a new perspective. The vineyards, located at an altitude between 45 and 60 meters above sea level. on silty-clayey soils of predominantly alluvial origin, give Cont'Ugo great depth and complexity while preserving the fragrance and exuberance of the fruit typical of Merlot.

Tasting Notes
Cont'Ugo 2021 has an intense ruby ​​red color. The nose is characterized by notes of small ripe red fruits such as morello cherry and raspberry combined with sensations of juniper and musk. On the palate it is well structured and vibrant, with a fruity and persistent aftertaste.

Guado Al Tasso Estate
Tenuta Guado al Tasso is located in the small and prestigious DOC of Bolgheri, on the coast of Alta Maremma, about a hundred kilometers south-west of Florence. This denomination has a relatively short history (born in 1995) but boasts an international reputation as a new point of reference in the world wine scene. Tenuta Guado al Tasso extends over an area of ​​320 hectares planted with vineyards, in a splendid plain surrounded by hills known as the "Bolgheri amphitheatre" due to its particular conformation. The Guado al Tasso vineyards are mainly composed of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Vermentino grapes. They enjoy a mild climate due to the nearby presence of the sea: the constant breezes mitigate the summer heat and the rigors of winter, clean the sky and keep the sunshine index high.