🇮🇹 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 1998

🇮🇹 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 1998

Experience the elegance of the 1998 Sassicaia from Tenuta San Guido, a benchmark Super Tuscan wine that exemplifies the excellence of Italian winemaking.

Critic Review and Score:

95 points. 'Lovely, subtle yet complex aromas of currants, sage, and green olives lead to a full-bodied red with a solid core of fruit and well-integrated tannins. Still very reserved on the finish, but those who are patient should be rewarded.' – Wine Spectator.

Tasting Notes:

• Color: Dense ruby with purple highlights.

• Nose: Complex aromas of currants, sage, green olives, cedar, spice box, licorice, and black currants.

• Palate: Full-bodied with a solid core of fruit, well-integrated tannins, and a balanced, elegant structure.

The Story Behind the Wine:

Sassicaia, produced by Tenuta San Guido in Bolgheri, Italy, is a pioneering Super Tuscan wine. The 1998 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 1998 growing season was characterized by a mild spring and a hot, dry summer, leading to ripe, healthy grapes with excellent flavor concentration. This vintage is noted for its rich fruit flavors, balanced by savory herbal notes and well-integrated tannins.

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: 13%

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

• Bottle Size: 1.5 L (Magnum)

• Appellation: Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC, Tuscany, Italy

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