🇮🇹 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2014

🇮🇹 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2014

Experience the refined character of the 2014 Sassicaia from Tenuta San Guido, a testament to exceptional winemaking even in challenging vintages.

Critic Reviews and Scores:

• Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: 93 points. "The nose is redolent of bright fruit and blackberry. Spice, tar, and leather appear subtly at the back. The wine took on considerable weight each year I came back to taste it. This is a solid effort for sure and the wine is a stunning example of what it takes to make great wine, even when weather conditions are not in your favor."

• Wine Enthusiast: 95 points. "Aromas of red berry, blue flower, menthol, exotic spice, and a whiff of French oak take shape on this impeccably balanced radiant red. The palate is vibrant and focused—almost ethereal—delivering raspberry compote, Marasca cherry, star anise, and cinnamon framed in elegant tannins. Weightless and loaded with finesse, it's an incredible result for what was a cool, wet vintage in most of Italy."

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Tasting Notes:

• Color: Deep ruby red.

• Nose: Elegant bouquet with hints of red fruits like blackberry and cherry, complemented by notes of spice, tar, and leather.

• Palate: Rich and dense yet harmonious, with sweet, balanced tannins. Flavors of raspberry compote, Marasca cherry, star anise, and cinnamon lead to a long, refined finish.

The Story Behind the Wine:

Sassicaia, produced by Tenuta San Guido in Bolgheri, Italy, is a pioneering Super Tuscan wine. The 2014 vintage, a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc, faced a challenging growing season with cooler temperatures and higher rainfall. Despite these conditions, meticulous vineyard management and winemaking techniques resulted in a wine of elegance and finesse. The wine was aged in French oak barriques (40% new) for 24 months, then refined for 6 months in bottle before release. 

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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