For this mature 1996 Guado al Tasso, we recommend serving it at 16-18°C (60-64°F). Decant for 1-2 hours to allow it to fully express its complex aromas. It is likely in its prime drinking window now, offering a beautiful tertiary bouquet. Given its age, an Ah-So opener is highly recommended to protect the delicate cork.

Guado al Tasso is a prestigious Super Tuscan, typically a Bordeaux-style blend (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc), known for its full-bodied structure, elegance, and notes of dark berries, spices, and earthy undertones. For Asian food, it pairs wonderfully with rich dishes like slow-cooked beef rendang, braised pork belly, or robust Korean galbi.

This bottle boasts a perfect label (score 10/10), a base neck level fill (score 8/10), and a perfect capsule (score 10/10). For optimal home storage, keep the bottle horizontally in a cool (12-15°C / 54-59°F), dark, and humid environment with minimal vibrations to preserve its quality.

Guado al Tasso is a highly respected Super Tuscan, often receiving excellent scores from critics. The 1996 vintage is considered a very good year, offering solid investment potential for collectors seeking mature, high-quality Italian wines with a strong reputation and proven aging capability.

As this wine ships from our European stock (NLD), the estimated delivery time to Hong Kong is within 2 weeks. For delivery to Taiwan, please allow an additional 5 business days after arrival in Hong Kong. All deliveries are handled with chilled transportation to ensure optimal condition.

We guarantee the authenticity and provenance of all our wines. We source directly from certified EU suppliers, many of whom have been in business for over 100 years, ensuring a reliable and traceable supply chain for every bottle.

For corporate orders, a Hong Kong invoice can be provided. For EU pre-order SKUs like this one, a Certificate of Origin is available upon request at an additional cost, offering full transparency on the wine's origin.