Sassicaia, Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri, 2022

Beautiful, Expressive & Amazingly Elegant Sassicaia

"Abundant aromas of redcurrant, cedar, iron and terracotta follow through to a medium to full body with graphite, sandalwood, redcurrant and fresh Mediterranean herbs such as thyme and rosemary. The tannins are chewy but with a polished texture. This Sassicaia needs three or four years of bottle ageing to unify and soften. A structured wine for the cellar."
-James Suckling

• Blend of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc
• Aged 24 months 30% new & 70 % used barrique
• Wine Advocate: 97+ Pts
• Wine Spectator: 95 Pts
• James Suckling: 98 Pts

STORY BEHIND THE WINE

The name "Sassicaia"- meaning "place of many stones"- is a direct reference to the gravelly soil in Bolgheri that is notably similar to the Médoc area of France. This distinctive terroir is part of the legacy of Tenuta San Guido, an estate that traces its origins back to land owned by Mario Incisa della Rocchetta's wife's family since 1800. His vision and dedication ultimately propelled the wine to international fine-wine fame.