Bolgheri

The Antinori Tenuta Guado al Tasso Cont’Ugo 2022 is a 100% Merlot from Bolgheri, Tuscany, characterized by an intense ruby red color, vibrant red fruit aromas (cherry, raspberry), and notes of Mediterranean herbs. It offers a structured yet elegant,, and creamy palate with fine tannins and a long,, persistent finish. Key Tasting Notes & Characteristics: Appearance: Deep, intense ruby red, often with a violet center. Nose: Intense, ripe red fruit, notably cherries, raspberries, and blackcurrant, complemented by Mediterranean scrub, undergrowth, and subtle tobacco or chocolate hints. Palate: Medium to full-bodied with a velvety texture. It combines polished fruitiness (black cherry, plum) with firm, "grippy" tannins resulting from the challenging 2022 growing season. Finish: Long and persistent with a mix of fresh fruit and, in some notes,, toasty oak.