4 | Wine | Other Red Blend, Italy

"The 2008 Guado al Tasso is once again fabulous. In fact, it may be Tuscany’s most improved wine over the last few years. Firm, vibrant tannins support expressive layers of dark fruit, plums, cherries, sage, espresso and mocha. The wine shows fabulous detail and nuance in a translucent, totally seductive style, with tons of focus, drive and verve. It is a striking wine that will be a joy to follow over the coming years."

"Bright red. Highly fragrant nose displays herb-accented red berries, sassafras and cola, plus a whiff of cinnamon. Sweet and supple, with easygoing red berry and floral flavors that are pure and lively. This fun, sexy wine goes down like water."

"Ripe blackberry and plum flavors are backed by stiff tannins in this red. Finishes on the astringent side, with a tactile sensation."

"Beautiful red raspberry fruit and a pleasant rusticity. Light and juicy".

"Bright red-ruby. Ripe aromas of sweet red cherries macerated in alcohol, cedar, cinnamon and pepper. Suave and seamless, with soft, almost-overripe flavors of redcurrant jam, red plum syrup, stewed red plum and tobacco leaf. A very distinctive and much creamier than usual Tignanello, finishing with supple tannins and excellent length. Obviously the product of a warmer year, and though this outstanding Tignanello is a touch less refined than some recent standout vintages, it's hard to argue with its sweet, soft style and early drinking appeal. No need to cellar this too long."