Tuscany · Cabernet Franc

2020 ANTINORI GUADO AL TASSO BOLGHERI SUPERIORE (6 BOTTLE SET)

Name: 2020 ANTINORI GUADO AL TASSO BOLGHERI SUPERIORE (6 BOTTLE SET)
Brand: Antinori
SKU: 274815
Price: 1079.94 USD
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Product Details

VarietalCabernet Franc

RegionTuscany

ProducerAntinori

Vintage2020

Size750ML

ABV14.5%

WinemakerMarco Ferrarese

FarmingSustainably

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Professional Ratings

96

Jeb Dunnuck

“The 2020 Guado Al Tasso pours an inky opaque red hue and reveals luxurious, layered aromas of sandalwood, cassis, boysenberry, lavender, and black olive. Fleshy and full-bodied, it fills the palate with ripe, sweet tannins and wonderful accents of salted dark chocolate on the finish. This is a wine that will certainly reward proper cellaring, but it already has a lot of the open-knit charm that’s characteristic of this vintage. Drink 2025-2045.”

96

Wine Enthusiast

“The nose is rich with notes of blackberries, black cherry and soil, while a white pepper undertone provides pop. On the supple, warm palate, berries continue leading the way, before a salty, chocolaty finish with another kick of pepper. Stoic tannins are balanced by lively, persistent acidity.”

96

Wine Advocate

“The Marchesi Antinori 2020 Bolgheri Superiore Guado al Tasso sees Cabernet Franc at over 30% of the blend in this vintage, with the rest going to Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% to 20% to Merlot. Matarocchio was not produced this year, and this wine benefits from the extra Cabernet Franc as a result. The 2019 and 2021 vintages of Guado al Tasso are quite concentrated and rich, whereas 2020 is leaner in texture, along the lines of the edition we saw made in 2010. There was rain in September. Managing Director Renzo Cotarella says he would not describe 2020 as a hot vintage because the rain did pose challenges at the end of the growing season. In Bolgheri on the Tuscan coast, budbreak is earlier than in other appellations, and the growing season is longer as a result. This is a benefit to the international varieties used here. The wine shows nice richness and intensity. The Cabernet Franc definitely comes through and adds the characteristic vertical lift and linearity that the grape is known for. You get black fruit, spice, white pepper and no signs of bitter stems or bramble. Sweet, almost milky tannins are interlocked with fresh acidity to give this wine good cellaring potential. The new oak was dialed back a bit in this vintage.”

About This Wine

2020 ANTINORI GUADO AL TASSO BOLGHERI SUPERIORE (6 BOTTLE SET) The 2020 Antinori Guado al Tasso Bolgheri Superiore is a prestigious wine from the Antinori family's Guado al Tasso estate, located in the Bolgheri appellation on the Tuscan coast. This wine region is renowned for its unique microclimate and diverse soil types, which contribute to the production of high-quality Bordeaux-style blends. The 2020 vintage is composed predominantly of Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and sometimes a small percentage of other varieties, showcasing the estate's commitment to producing wines of exceptional character and complexity. The winemaking process for the 2020 Antinori Guado al Tasso Bolgheri Superiore involves careful selection of grapes, which are hand-harvested to ensure optimal ripeness. Fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by an extended maceration period to extract color, flavor, and tannins. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels for about 18 months, allowing it to develop its rich texture and integrate the oak's subtle nuances, such as hints of vanilla, spice, and toasted notes. On the palate, the 2020 Antinori Guado al Tasso Bolgheri Superiore is characterized by its full-bodied structure, with layers of dark fruit flavors like blackberry, plum, and cassis. The wine also exhibits complex secondary notes of tobacco, leather, and earthy undertones, complemented by a balanced acidity and well-integrated tannins. The finish is long and persistent, making it an ideal companion for robust dishes such as grilled steaks, game, and mature cheeses. This vintage exemplifies the Antinori family's dedication to excellence and their mastery of producing world-class wines in the Bolgheri region. Additional Review: "This is not the best possible Guado al Tasso, but it's the best we could do in vintages like this,’ commented Antinori CEO, Renzo Cotarella. ‘Cabernet Sauvignon is slightly lighter in this vintage due to the rainfalls of September.’ Dense purple in the glass, the 2020 offers a complex bouquet of cassis, earthy forest floor, wild Mediterranean herbs and intense dried eucalyptus leaf. Density and extraction dance in an embrace on a palate that's full of concentration, youth and precision. The tannins are velvety, the acidity natural and crisp, and the use of oak well judged. The finish is focused on graphite minerality, for an enticing yet ageworthy Superiore." 95 Decanter This Special 6-BOTTLE Wooden Chest Set Includes: 6 Bottles: Guado Al Tasso 2020 Bolgheri Superiore