Country: Italy
AOC: Bolgheri Sassicaia
Alcohol %: 13.5%
Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Type: Red Wine
Food Pairing
Red Meats: Ideal with classic meat dishes such as grilled or roasted beef, lamb, or game. Its structure complements the richness of these meats.
Poultry: Pairs well with duck or roasted chicken, especially when prepared with rich sauces.
Rich Fish: Suitable for pairing with richer fish dishes like tuna or salmon.Cheese: Complements aged cheeses such as Comté or a selection of hard cheeses.
100 points - Robert Parker, Wine Advocate review date: 2024
Here it is: A quintessential Sassicaia that represents the excellence of the vintage and also respects the unique taste profile of this distinguished Tuscan blend of Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc. The Tenuta San Guido 2021 Bolgheri Sassicaia offers impeccable balance, excellent freshness and absolutely no signs of over-ripeness. The fruit balance is ideal with a hint of crunch and lasting tension from pulp and skins. The tannins are deftly managed with firm grip and enough velvetiness to add volume and length. There is no greenness on the bouquet that instead offers mulled herbs and spice, with cinnamon and clove, layered delicately between mostly red and some purple berry fruits. Redcurrant, blueberry, sweet pomegranate and Rainier cherry run strong in this vintage. A fragrant hint of heritage rose emerges with time. The oak tones are geared toward gingerbread, hazelnut, cigar, sandalwood and something like a grilled sweet red pepper. To the palate, it offers nice weight with no heavy glycerin, and a rinse of acidity that adds to the wine’s natural energy, brightness and viscosity. That marked freshness opens the wine up to long aging potential, but you still need to give it more time in bottle.
98 points - James Suckling, Wine Specatator review date: 2023
Very classy and typical of Sassicaia with currant, tobacco, chocolate, sage and lavender on the nose and palate. Medium- to full-bodied with very integrated and refined tannins that are caressing and pretty with a lovely length and beauty. Such finesse and structure at the same time. Best in 2028 and beyond but already joy to taste."
