🇮🇹 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 1997

Experience the elegance of the 1997 Sassicaia from Tenuta San Guido, a benchmark Super Tuscan wine that exemplifies the excellence of Italian winemaking.

Critic Review and Score:

94 points. 'Dark ruby red. Blackberry, with lots of fresh herb and meat character. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and loads of fresh fruit and tarragon. Dill flavors on the finish. Textbook Sassicaia that grows in the mouth. Give it a little more time.' – Wine Spectator.

Tasting Notes:

• Color: Dark ruby red.

• Nose: Intense aromas of blackberry, fresh herbs, and meat, with hints of tarragon and dill.

• Palate: Full-bodied with velvety tannins, abundant fresh fruit flavors, and a complex, evolving finish.

The Story Behind the Wine:

Sassicaia, produced by Tenuta San Guido in Bolgheri, Italy, is a pioneering Super Tuscan wine. The 1997 vintage is a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc. The vineyards are situated on varied soils rich in limestone, marl, and clay, at altitudes between 80 and 400 meters above sea level. The 1997 growing season was characterized by extended periods of sunshine and warmth, ensuring healthy vines and excellent maturation of the grapes. This favorable climate contributed to the wine's rich cassis and ripe cherry flavors, harmoniously balanced with notes of wild herbs and sweet earth. 

Pairing Suggestions:

This distinguished red pairs wonderfully with:

• Grilled Meats: Enhances flavors of grilled steak or lamb.

• Aged Cheeses: Complements mature cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano or Pecorino.

• Game Dishes: Pairs well with venison or wild boar stews.

Wine Specifications:

• Variety: 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc

• Alcohol: 12%

• Serving Temperature: 18-20°C (64-68°F)

• Bottle Size: 750 ml

• Appellation: Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC, Tuscany, Italy

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