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Guado al Tasso Bolgheri Superiore 1998
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Guado al Tasso
For 26 generations, the Antinori family has been producing exquisite juice beginning in 1385, when Giovani di Piero Antinori joined the Florentine Guild of Vintners. The family name did not become globally known until Piero Antinori began a new winemaking style in the 1970s, when he decided to ignore traditional classification and highlight the versatility of Sangiovese. This rouge approach inspired him to replace the white grapes in the customary Chianti blend with Bordeaux varietals. It not only changed the flavor profile, but increased the longevity of the wines. His first effort was Tignanello and comprised of 80% Sangiovese, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc. Its successors are Solaia and Guado al Tasso. Today, the Super Tuscan movement is known for producing some of the highest quality wines in the world! Vintages to look out for: 1971, 1978, 1982, 1985, 1986, 1988, 1990, 1995, 1996, 1997, 2001, 2003, 2004, 2006, 2007.
Summary
The Guado al Tasso Bolgheri Superiore 1998, a luxurious Super Tuscan blend from Antinori's esteemed estate, showcases the region's exceptional terroir with its pebble-rich soils near the Tyrrhenian Sea. This full-bodied wine, composed of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and 10% Syrah, underwent 14 months in new French oak, resulting in a harmonious integration of flavors. Tasting notes reveal a rich profile of blackberries, cassis, and mocha, complemented by hints of violet and spice. Its velvety tannins and well-balanced acidity enhance its elegant structure, making it a standout vintage that promises longevity and complexity. Magnums of this vintage are particularly sought after for their aging potential.
Tasting Notes
- WS95
- Wonderful balance here. Violet and berry aromas, with intense tarragon and currant character. Full-bodied and gorgeous, with wonderful finesse and subtlety. Very long. Best after 2005. 9,500 cases made.
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