Ratings
JS 98 · WA 97+ · IWR 98 · WS 97+
Identity
| Producer | Tenuta San Guido |
| Year | 2022 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOC Bolgheri Sassicaia |
| Grapes | 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Deep magenta/red |
| Aroma | Red currant, cedar, iron, terra cotta, graphite, sandalwood, Mediterranean herbs (thyme, rosemary), blackberry, tart cherry, blue rosemary blooms, lavender sachet, florals, tobacco, spices, plummy fruit, baker's chocolate, pepper spice, caramel, pie crust, anise, tea leaf, soya, mint, black olive |
| Palate | Medium to full-bodied, well-structured with velvety, chewy but polished tannins, lively acidity, balanced freshness, plush mid-palate, rich flavors of red and dark fruits, tobacco, spices, and subtle mineral depth, elegant verticality and tension |
| Finish | Long, persistent, refined, elegant, with a linear line of fresh tannins and acidity |
| Food Pairing | Roast lamb, grilled beef, aged cheeses, game birds, mushroom risotto |
| Serving Temp | 16 |
| Aging Potential | 12 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 14.0 |
| Aging Process | 18-22 months in 225-litre French oak barriques, approximately 30% new |
| Fermentation | Fermentation with natural yeasts in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | Various altitudes in estate-owned plots |
| Soil | Gravelly soil, limestone formations with high stony content |
| Vine Age | Not specified |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are hand picked, destemmed, and crushed |
Interesting facts
| Sassicaia was the first Italian wine to receive its own DOC appellation (Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC) starting from 1994. It is a pioneer of the Super Tuscan movement and is produced exclusively from estate-owned vineyards with a unique terroir. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |