WINE DESCRIPTION
Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia is an iconic Super Tuscan blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc sourced from estate vineyards in Bolgheri, Italy. This wine is renowned for its rich, robust structure and complex character. The nose is filled with aromas of dark fruits, tobacco, leather, and cedar. On the palate, the wine offers flavors of dried blackcurrants, plums, and blackberries, all complemented by notes of sage, cedar, and spice. The finish is long and smooth, with a touch of minerality. A classic and world-renowned wine, Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia is a must-try for any passionate wine lover.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia is a highly sought-after Italian red wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.It has a deep ruby-red color and intense nose of violets, blackberry, black currant and tobacco. On the palate, it is full-bodied, velvety and elegant, with a long and persistent finish. The powerful tannins are well balanced and harmoniously integrated with the ripe fruit, mineral and spicy notes. It is a complex, age-worthy wine that will reward years of cellaring.
EXPERT RATING
4.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2027
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
High
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (2)
Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Sauvignon
ORIGINS
Winery: Tenuta San Guido
Region: Tuscany
Tuscany, located in central Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. With its rolling hills, picturesque vineyards, and centuries-old winemaking traditions.
Tuscany has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the Etruscans in the 8th century BC. Today, Tuscany is one of the most important wine regions in Italy, producing some of the country's most iconic wines. The region is home to some of the world's most renowned producers, including Antinori, Frescobaldi, and Castello Banfi.CUSTOMER RATING
4.5
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