92pts Vinous

The 2023 Rosato Scalabrone, from Bolgheri, is almost neon pink in the glass. The seriousness of aromas and flavors belies the fun color—this is layered and complex. Blood orange, bell pepper, bergamot, stemmy herbs, forest floor and a hint of earthiness lend tons of nuance. Zippy, electric acidity instantly flows across the palate, adding brightness and lift. The finish is long and clean, culminating with a touch of sweet red cherry and a welcome hint of ripeness. This would be equally at home as an apéritif or at the dinner table.

Tasting Notes

Scalabrone 2023 is light peony pink in color. On the nose, the wine presents notes of red berries, cherries and pomegranate, with candied citrus fruit. The palate is fresh and delightfully fruity, with a persistent finish.

Winemaker Notes

Three grape varieties, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and a touch of Syrah, produce a rosé with decisive and intense aromas that reflect the characteristics of Bolgheri's territory. The wine and vineyard take their name from a bandit named Scalabrone who roamed this area in the 18th century. Vineyards thrive on clay-loam based soils, mainly of alluvial origin, with rocky deposits.

Winery Notes

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 Amphitheater" 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.