Vermentino
The Wine
The first vintage of Vermentino was 1996. The inspiration behind this wine was the desire to reintroduce one of the indigenous varieties from this part of the Tyrrhenian coast, recognized and appreciated since the 1990’s for its aromatic qualities. Bolgheri’s microclimate is particularly favorable for Vermentino production due to both the territory’s orientation and proximity to the sea which gives the wine pronounced mineral notes, freshness and aromatic qualities.
The Wine
The first vintage of Vermentino was 1996. The inspiration behind this wine was the desire to reintroduce one of the indigenous varieties from this part of the Tyrrhenian coast, recognized and appreciated since the 1990’s for its aromatic qualities. Bolgheri’s microclimate is particularly favorable for Vermentino production due to both the territory’s orientation and proximity to the sea which gives the wine pronounced mineral notes, freshness and aromatic qualities.
Climate
The 2025 vintage in Bolgheri began with a mild and particularly rainy winter. Rainfall remained abundant through May, while June was dry and especially warm, favoring optimal balance in the vineyards, supported by the excellent groundwater reserves accumulated during the previous months. Summer progressed with mild temperatures and rainfall above historical averages, well distributed between July, August, and September. Veraison took place slightly earlier than usual, by about one week, followed by a uniform ripening phase. Vermentino was harvested in several phases between early and mid-September in order to achieve both freshness and tension as well as complexity and intensity.
Vinification
Each vineyard parcel was harvested separately, according to the level of grape maturity, in order to enhance the complex territorial characteristics of each individual vineyard. Upon arrival at the cellar, the grapes were destemmed, delicately crushed, and gently pressed. The resulting must was transferred into stainless steel tanks where alcoholic fermentation took place at a temperature of 16 °C (61 °F). The individual lots were carefully and regularly evaluated and blended. The wine was bottled in January 2026.
Historical Data
Tenuta Guado al Tasso is located in the small but prestigious Bolgheri DOC appellation on the coast of Upper Maremma, about one hundred kilometers southwest of Florence. This appellation has a relatively recent history as it was established in 1994 but has gained worldwide recognition as a new reference point in the international oenological world. Tenuta Guado al Tasso extends over an area of 1000 hectares (2500 acres), 320 (790 acres) of which are planted with vines. The remaining hectares are cultivated with wheat, sunflowers, and olive groves, all set inside a beautiful plain encircled by rolling hillsides known as the “Bolgheri amphitheater” due to its particular shape. Tenuta Guado al Tasso’s vineyards are planted primarily to Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Vermentino. There is also a small presence of Grenache, Petit Verdot, Viognier and Sémillon. The nearby sea provides a mild climate with constant breezes that mitigate summer heat and alleviate harsh winter weather, maintaining a clear sky and a high level of sunlight exposure. The first vintage of Vermentino produced at Tenuta Guado al Tasso was 1996.
Tasting Notes
Vermentino 2025 from Tenuta Guado al Tasso is straw yellow with greenish hues. On the nose it shows fresh notes that recall the aromas of the Bolgheri coast, evoking sensations of flowers and white peach, citron peel, and hints of aromatic herbs such as sage and thyme. On the palate it is pleasant, well balanced between freshness and savoriness.
Tenuta Guado al Tasso
The Guado al Tasso estate is located in the small but prestigious Bolgheri DOC, on the coast of upper Maremma, about one hundred kilometers southwest from Florence. This appellation has a relatively recent history, DOC Bolgheri was approved in 1995 and since then it has become an internationally recognized reference point for the Italian and international winemaking arena. The estate covers an area of 320 hectares (790 acres) planted with vines, set in a beautiful plain encircled by rolling hillsides known as the "Bolgheri Amphitheatre" due to its particular shape. The vineyards are planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Vermentino. The nearby sea provides a mild climate with constant breezes that mitigate summer heat and alleviate harsh winter weather, maintaining a clear sky and a high level of sunlight exposure.
Soil
Alluvial in origin, soil texture varies from silty-sand to sandy.
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