Cont'Ugo Bolgheri DOC 2023 - Antinori
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CHF44.95
CHF269.70 for 6 bottles
CHF5.99/10cl
18.05.2026
3% quantity discount for orders over 24 bottles
About the wine
The vineyards in quotas of between 45 m and 60 m on silt-clay soils of primarily alluvial origin give Cont'Ugo great depth and complexity without diminishing the scent and temperament of the fruit, typical of Merlot.
Tasting note
Dense, almost impenetrable ruby with a large core. Rich aromas on the nose. Fruity and spicy, with notes of sour cherries, raspberries, mon chéri, herbs, brown bread, toast and some vanilla. Flattering and complex. A hearty start on the palate, the acidity is present, lively and perfectly integrated. The full-bodied tannins are of good quality and ripe, the aromas on the nose are repeated. A strong body with full texture. Long and persistent aftertaste.
Culinary recommendation
Goes well with white meat or pasta al ragu.
Vinification
The grapes for this pure Merlot come from the best vineyards of the estate between Bolgheri and Castagneto Carducci. Guado al Tasso had already discovered the potential of the grape variety for this location and experimented with it. But it was only with the 2011 vintage that bottling of 100% Merlot was legally permitted. After strict selective manual harvesting, the grapes are gently pressed. The fermentation takes place in French barriques, 30% of which are new. After the first eight months of aging in barrels, the batches are assembled and aged back in the barrel for a further four months. After bottling, the finished wine is stored in the winery for an additional six months before it is sold.
More information
Allergy information: Contains sulfites
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