Product Overview
Winery's Notes:
"On the nose the wine shows elegant notes of toasted oak, coffee, and spices followed by aromas of plums and black currants. On the palate, the initial impact is soft but firm with a vein of acidity which gives greater freshness and crispness than usual. The tannins are extremely elegant and the aftertaste is very persistent, with sustained and lingering notes of the coffee, berryfruit, and toasted oak first perceived on the nose.. It is a vintage with a great aging potential."
Varietal Composition: 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc
Appellation: Bolgheri DOC
Aging: 18 months in oak, followed by 10 months in bottle prior to release
98 Points (#1 Top 100 Cellar Selections of 2012) - Wine Enthusiast:
"Here's a wow wine on every level, with incredible intensity and supple softness that builds momentum over many long minutes. A sweet cherry note at the core is surrounded by lush layers of tobacco, dark chocolate and spice, which promise to evolve gracefully over years to come." -2/1/2012
95 Points - Wine Advocate:
"The 2008 Guado al Tasso is once again fabulous. In fact, it may be Tuscany’s most improved wine over the last few years. Firm, vibrant tannins support expressive layers of dark fruit, plums, cherries, sage, espresso and mocha. The wine shows fabulous detail and nuance in a translucent, totally seductive style, with tons of focus, drive and verve. It is a striking wine that will be a joy to follow over the coming years. The 2008 Guado al Tasso is composed of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2028." -AG, 8/30/2011
