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Cont’ugo Bolgheri DOC - Tenuta Guado al Tasso - Marchesi Antinori 2023

Name: Cont’ugo Bolgheri DOC - Tenuta Guado al Tasso - Marchesi Antinori
Brand: Marchesi Antinori
SKU: ANT-000035
Price: 45.29 EUR
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100% Merlot · Cont'Ugo — Bolgheri DOC · 75 cl · 2023

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Technical information

Producer	Marchesi Antinori
Name	Cont'Ugo — Bolgheri DOC
Variety	100% Merlot
Vintage	2023
Gradation	14.5%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Cherry jam, spicy notes, myrtle, cinnamon, soft tannins
Vinification method	Hand harvest; stainless‑steel fermentation; ~20‑day maceration; barrique.
Region	Tuscany
Production area	Tenuta Guado al Tasso, Bolgheri (Alta Maremma)
Country	Italy
Type	Red wine
Aging	12 months in second‑fill barrique
Type of cask	Second‑fill barrique
Color	Intense ruby red
Pairing	Carni rosse, agnello e formaggi stagionati

Descrizione

Cont’ugo Bolgheri DOC della Tenuta Guado al Tasso (Marchesi Antinori) is a red wine that combines structure and freshness in a measured way. The color is deep, with ruby highlights; on the nose it offers a weave of ripe dark fruit, light spice notes and a hint of Mediterranean herbaceousness. The overall impression is composed and not overpowering, with aromas that develop as the glass opens. The olfactory profile stays on fruit tones, sweet spices and a mineral touch that gives clarity and cleanliness to the bouquet.

On the palate it shows medium-full body, tannins that are present but well integrated, and a savory progression that supports the sip. The ripe fruit returns, accompanied by discrete freshness that avoids heaviness, and the finish is consistent with the aromatic profile, persistent without force. It pairs with meat dishes, aged cheeses or flavorful preparations, taking into account serving temperature and the liveliness of the menu. A wine to consider for its balance and stylistic correctness.

The winery

Tenuta Guado al Tasso (Marchesi Antinori) – Winery in Tuscany — Bolgheri (Province of Livorno), Upper Maremma

Discover the story and wines of Tenuta Guado al Tasso (Marchesi Antinori).

Estate of Marchesi Antinori in the Bolgheri DOC (Upper Maremma, Province of Livorno). The estate covers large areas (about 1000 ha total, ~320 ha planted with vines) and produces white and red wines including the Vermentino Bolgheri DOC and the Guado al Tasso reds.

Region: Tuscany — Bolgheri (Province of Livorno), Upper Maremma

Country: Italy

Founded: 1385

Grapes: Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc

Marchese Antinori: Chianti Classico Riserva produced with grapes from Tenuta Tignanello since 2011. Tenuta Tignanello: covers approximately 319 hectares, with a significant portion devoted to vineyards. Wines predominantly Sangiovese, blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc from the historic parcels. Marchesi Antinori: a centuries-old winemaking family with an international presence and multiple estates in Italy and abroad. Recent award/recognition: Marchesi Antinori ranked first in 'The World’s Most Admired Wine Brands' 2023, according to industry sources.

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Winery history

The estate’s winemaking origins are linked to the noble Della Gherardesca family (vineyards since the late 17th century). The property entered the Antinori holdings in the 1930s; the estate’s modern winemaking development took place from the late 1980s–1990s. First documented vintage of Vermentino at the estate: 1996.

Production philosophy

To express the Bolgheri terroir through parcel selection, experimentation in the vineyard and cellar, and practices focused on quality and respect for the territory.

Terroir and vineyards

Located in the Bolgheri DOC (Upper Maremma) on a plain encircled by gentle hills known as the “Bolgheri Amphitheatre.” Climate is moderated by sea breezes; alluvial soils range from sandy-clay to silty-clay with fine gravel (Bolgheri agglomerate), influencing the character of varieties grown (Cabernet, Merlot, Vermentino, etc.).

Awards and recognitions

Awards and recognitions for the Antinori group and brand: among examples cited online, Marchesi Antinori was named "The World's Most Admired Wine Brand", and the family/company has received various awards and recognitions over the years.