"Il Bruciato", Bolgheri DOC

Interesting facts

Tenuta Guado al tasso vineyards with an area of 80 hectares, Antinori family legacy in the 30-ies of XX century. They have a Prime location — surrounded by hills, just 5 km from the sea. Favourable Mediterranean climate — hot summers and constant fresh breeze — remarkably promotes the maturation of the grapes, making the wine Tenuta Guado al tasso have excellent quality."Il Bruciato" — one of the bright wines in the line Tenuta Guado al tasso created from non-traditional Tuscan grape varieties — Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. The style of the wine "Il Bruciato" is reminiscent of the famous red wines of Bordeaux, not only powerful, full-bodied structure and layered fruit and spicy bouquet, but also the ability for a long time to develop in the bottle.The 2013 season was generally quite cool, especially in the spring and autumn period. Winter rainfall left for vines large supply of groundwater. Warm, Sunny summer helped proper growth of the grapes. Two weeks before harvest, the vines were carefully freed from foliage to give the grapes to fully ripen in the sun. This procedure was important to achieve the desired level of difficulty, and which has a wine "Il Bruciato".Grapes for wine production, "Il Bruciato" going to different vineyards, spread over 80 hectares, which perfectly reflect all the nuances of the terroir of Bolgheri. The wine is fermented for 10-15 days in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 28-30°C. part of the harvest of Merlot and Syrah, used for wine needs to ferment in mounds separately and at lower temperatures for the best displays of aromas. Malolactic fermentation took place partly in stainless steel tanks and partly in barrels and was completed by the end of the year. Then the wine is poured into barrels and aged for about seven months, then bottled and further aged in the cellars of the winery for four months.The history of the company dates back to Antinori in 1385 and today it operates the representative of the 26th generation of the family — the Marquis Piero Antinori. Largely due to his talent of the winemaker and tireless pursuit of excellence, Italian wine is among the best samples of world wine, and the name Antinori has become a symbol of innovation and quality. Today, the company owns several Antinori wine houses in different parts of Italy, as well as vineyards in Chile, California and Hungary. The company tries to keep the originality of wines specific to each area, and their main characteristics are quality and Italian elegance. A wine Antinori through an innovative approach and a virtuoso blends literally revolutionized the wine market and are not inferior in its properties to the best examples of Bordeaux, although it compares favorably to the past for its value. World-renowned wine expert Robert Parker said: "Antinori, undoubtedly the greatest name in Italian winemaking. During the Antinori wine tasting takes place most importantly — instilled understanding of quality wines."

Tasting Characteristics

The wine is a rich garnet color.
The aroma of the wine reveals intense notes of ripe red fruits and berries, hints of coffee and sweet spices.
The wine has a rich, well-balanced taste with silky tannins, sweet fruit and spicy nuances in the bouquet and aftertaste.
The best accompaniment to grilled meats, steak, roast beef, liver in the grid, as well as other red meat and game. As snacks fit meats and Mature cheeses.

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