Marchesi Antinori - Guado al Tasso 1998 – Bolgheri DOC Superiore Italy

Marchesi Antinori - Guado al Tasso 1998 is a mature Bolgheri DOC Superiore produced on Tuscany’s prestigious coastal terroir. Crafted primarily from Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and Cabernet Franc, this wine reflects the depth, balance, and elegance that define the great wines of Bolgheri.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc (with occasional Petit Verdot)
• Region: Bolgheri DOC Superiore, Tuscany, Italy
• Vintage: 1998
• Aging: Oak barrel aging
• Estate: Guado al Tasso estate, Bolgheri
• Style: Full-bodied Bolgheri red wine

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

Guado al Tasso 1998 displays evolved aromas of dark cherry, plum, and blackcurrant layered with notes of leather, tobacco, cedar, and sweet spice. On the palate the wine shows mature structure with refined tannins and balanced acidity, leading to a long and elegant finish that highlights the wine’s complexity and development.

❤️ Why We Love It

• One of the flagship wines of Bolgheri DOC Superiore
• Produced by the historic Antinori family on Tuscany’s renowned coastal terroir
• Combines Bordeaux-style structure with Mediterranean elegance

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Grilled steak, roasted lamb, or braised meats
• Wild game or mushroom-based dishes
• Aged cheeses such as Pecorino Toscano or Parmigiano Reggiano

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors of mature Bolgheri wines
✓ Drinkers who appreciate complex, aged Bordeaux-style blends
✕ Not ideal if you prefer young, fruit-forward reds