🇮🇹 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2006

🇮🇹 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2006

Experience the exceptional elegance of the 2006 Sassicaia from Tenuta San Guido, a benchmark Super Tuscan wine that exemplifies the pinnacle of Italian winemaking.

Critic Reviews and Scores:

• Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: 97 points. "The 2006 Sassicaia may very well go down as one of the all-time great recent vintages for this Tuscan thoroughbred. Layers of dark fruit meld into smoke, leather, violets, menthol, earthiness, and tar as this profound wine opens up in the glass. The creamy, silky finish lasts an eternity, as waves of fruit caress the tannins with breathtaking elegance."

• Wine Spectator: 94 points. "Displays sweet tobacco, plum, and berry aromas, with a jammy undertone, turning to licorice on the palate. Full-bodied and balanced, with silky tannins, a lovely texture, and plenty of fruit. Outstanding Sassicaia, with structure and finesse."

Tasting Notes:

• Color: Deep ruby-red.

• Nose: Captivating aromas of dark fruit, smoke, leather, violets, menthol, earthiness, and tar.

• Palate: Full-bodied with a creamy, silky finish that endures, showcasing layers of dark fruit intertwined with notes of smoke, leather, and violets.

The Story Behind the Wine:

Sassicaia, produced by Tenuta San Guido in Bolgheri, Italy, is a pioneering Super Tuscan wine. The 2006 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 2006 growing season began with warm conditions, but by August, evening temperatures had moderated, allowing the fruit to achieve a stunning combination of ripeness, perfume, acidity, and tannin. This vintage is noted for its complex aromas and a creamy, silky finish that lasts an eternity. 

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: 13.5%

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

• Bottle Size: 750 ml

• Appellation: Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC, Tuscany, Italy

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