Marchesi Antinori - Guado al Tasso 2001 – Bolgheri DOC Superiore Italy

Marchesi Antinori - Guado al Tasso 2001 is a classic Bolgheri DOC Superiore produced on Tuscany’s renowned coastal terroir. Crafted primarily from Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and Cabernet Franc, this wine reflects the structure, depth, 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: 2001
• Aging: Oak barrel aging
• Estate: Guado al Tasso estate, Bolgheri
• Style: Full-bodied Bolgheri red wine

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

Guado al Tasso 2001 offers complex aromas of ripe dark fruit, plum, and blackcurrant layered with notes of tobacco, leather, spice, and cocoa. On the palate the wine shows refined structure with mature tannins and balanced acidity, leading to a long, elegant finish that highlights its depth and evolution.

❤️ Why We Love It

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

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Grilled steak, roasted lamb, or braised meats
• Wild game or truffle-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 light, fruit-forward reds