Tenuta San Guido
Guidalberto Toscana Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot
Tuscany, Italy
Shows promise, however, as suggested by a previous reviewer, will benefit from time in the bottle.
Shows promise, however, as suggested by a previous reviewer, will benefit from time in the bottle.
2 people found it helpfulJul 19th, 2014
Prob a touch early but splendid nevertheless
Prob a touch early but splendid nevertheless
2 people found it helpfulMar 22nd, 2014
Popped and poured. This was a major departure from the Baudana enjoyed just before. The nose was more fruit forward with black currants in front of dried leaf tobacco, leather and cocoa notes. On the palate, this is pretty luxurious and round with luscious fruit. Very easy to drink and very well made. My only frustration is that it comes across as a wine that could sort have come from just about anywhere. But it’s undeniably good.
Popped and poured. This was a major departure from the Baudana enjoyed just before. The nose was more fruit forward with black currants in front of dried leaf tobacco, leather and cocoa notes. On the palate, this is pretty luxurious and round with luscious fruit. Very easy to drink and very well made. My only frustration is that it comes across as a wine that could sort have come from just about anywhere. But it’s undeniably good.
1 person found it helpfulJul 21st, 2020
My second tasting of Guidalberto and once again it didn't disappoint. Baby Sassicia it may be but in my view it comes close to the first wine.
My second tasting of Guidalberto and once again it didn't disappoint. Baby Sassicia it may be but in my view it comes close to the first wine.
Oct 19th, 2019
Thin, closed and very acidic. This is the second I have tried and this one may be slightly better than the first. Tannins are harsh on the palate but difficult to judge because of the acidity. Have reserved it to make Coq au Vin. Needs substantial aging - perhaps for ever.
Thin, closed and very acidic. This is the second I have tried and this one may be slightly better than the first. Tannins are harsh on the palate but difficult to judge because of the acidity. Have reserved it to make Coq au Vin. Needs substantial aging - perhaps for ever.
Cherry red and fruit driven. Still feels quite young and tannic even after 7/8 years but opens up after some time in the glass. Really pleasing with a long finish.
Cherry red and fruit driven. Still feels quite young and tannic even after 7/8 years but opens up after some time in the glass. Really pleasing with a long finish.
Jan 5th, 2019
Drinking in its prime right now. 60% cab sauv/40% merlot, from Bolgheri. Mature red and black fruit tones married to dried herbs and silky tannins. Clean on the finish. Terrific.
Drinking in its prime right now. 60% cab sauv/40% merlot, from Bolgheri. Mature red and black fruit tones married to dried herbs and silky tannins. Clean on the finish. Terrific.
Oct 7th, 2018
Fruit forward, red berries, finishes well
Fruit forward, red berries, finishes well
Sep 22nd, 2018