GUADO AL MELO WINERY

In the past the Tuscan Maremma was marshy and malaria-infested.  After the great reclamation of 1700 it became a mediterranean garden dominated by olive trees, vines and maritime pines and cypresses.  The area of Bolgheri boasts a long grape growing history, but only during the latter half of the 20th century did the area witness a true winemaking Renaissance, a rebirth sparked by new premium-quality wine production as the result of state-of-the-art winemaking techniques and of the introduction of French varieties (Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot).  DOC Bolgheri extends from the Municipality of Castagneto Carducci (LI) along the Tyrrhene Coast, in the countryside between the hills and the sea, in territory rich in history and traditions.  Guado al Melo is located in the heart of the Bolgheri DOC zone.  With generations of rich viticultural experience, the family manages their wine estate in accord with the principles of sustainable and natural agriculture, and their wines are made with sound respect for tradition, avoiding the additives and manipulation that can harm the natural qualities of the grapes.  The name Guado al Melo (Ford at the Apple Tree) stretches far back in time, since in some long past period an apple tree identified a safe spot to cross the Fossa di Bolgheri stream, which marks the northern boundary of the farm estate.

The climate is classically Mediterranean: sunny, with mild winters, dry summers, and modest amounts of rain.  Bolgheri does enjoy somewhat different conditions than its neighbors, however, in that it has significant temperature ranges between day and night.  This difference, along with soils that are generally low in clay content, means that the Bolgheri wines are elegant and fragrant.  The vineyards are planted at a very high density and are trained to spurred cordon.  The Rosso is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (80%) and Merlot (20%) planted at an altitude of 50 meters above sea level. The vineyards of this beautiful coastline and the warm Mediterranean climate, tempered by sea breezes, give birth to a fragrant white wine with notes of freshness, pleasant on every occasion. Vermentino is a historical variety of our territory, documented in Guado al Melo vineyards at least since the early nineteenth century.The label is inspired by the territory: in spring it is common to see small white egrets that move gracefully in the vineyards in search of food. This is in a beautiful golden yellow, to remember the color of the wine.

Region: Bolgheri

L’ airone

Grape: Vermentino

Vinification and Maturation: The clusters are very lightly pressed, and overnight, the must is then cold-settled naturally. Vinified without correctives or additives which would alter the original characteristics of the grapes.

Tasting Notes:

Color: Bright, straw yellow

Bouquet: White fruit, grapefruit and tropical fruits

Flavor: Fresh and lively on the palate with hints of salinity

Serving Suggestions: It is excellent on its own, as an aperitif, or paired with vegetarian, fish, egg or young cheese dishes.

Bolgheri Rute

Vinification and Maturation:

Each homogeneous micro-particle of vineyard is harvested and processed separately, in a artisanal way, with the utmost care and with the aim of enhancing the territorial characteristics of the grapes selected. The wine is aged for about 12 months in non-new wood, on the lees, with stirring weekly. It is then clarified with a series of racking (unfiltered). The final blending between particles is followed by 3-4 months in steel. It is then aged in bottle for at least 12 months, in the best storage conditions.

Tasting Notes:

Color: Ruby red with violet highlights

Bouquet: Presents notes of red fruit, wild strawberries and blackberries, violets, a hint between sweet and balsamic reminiscent of mango, with hints of pepper.

Flavor: In the mouth it is smooth and fresh, with good body and silky tannins.

Serving Suggestions: Pastas, red meat and stews, semi-aged cheeses

Bacco in Toscana

Vinification and Maturation:

We selected grapes from homogeneous vineyard parcels. Each of them is harvested and fermented separately. Our work is handcrafting, done with the utmost attention to detail and the aim of enhancing the territorial characteristics of the grapes.

The selected grapes were gently de-stemming and pressed after a few minutes from the harvest. Aging took place for 3 months in used oak barrels, on the lees, with weekly stirring. It is clarified with some racking, not filtered. Then there is an aging in bottle for 3 months, in the best storage conditions.

Tasting Notes:

Color: Deep, rich red

Bouquet: The nose has fruity aromas of black cherry and berries, with spicy notes of pepper and cinnamon

Flavor: In the mouth it is soft and pleasantly fresh.

Serving Suggestions: Cold and smoked meats, roast or grilled meat