Guado al Tasso Cont'Ugo Bolgheri DOC Magnum

Pure Merlot from Bolgheri, vinified by one of the most famous estates on the Tuscan coast — Cont'Ugo shows what this appellation is capable of beyond its Cabernet cuvées. The magnum bottle slows down aging and preserves freshness and structure over time.

Guado al Tasso belongs to the Antinori family and is located in the heart of the Bolgheri area between the towns of Bolgheri and Castagneto Carducci — a coastal strip characterized by sandy soils, maritime influence, and intense sunlight. Since 2011, Cont'Ugo has been bottled as a single-varietal Merlot. Twelve months of barrique aging in French oak give the wine structure without masking the fruit.

In the glass, it shows dark cherry and blackberry, plus a hint of cedar wood and dark chocolate from the wood aging. The body is full, the tannins soft and well-integrated, the finish long with a slightly spicy note. Typical for Merlot from warmer sites: few edges, lots of suppleness.

Served at 16–18 °C, it pairs with braised beef, lamb with a herb crust, or an aged Pecorino Toscano. As a magnum, it is particularly suitable for larger groups and festive occasions where the wine is meant to be the focus.