2021 Tenuta San Guido, Sassicaia - Bolgheri - 1 Bottle (0.75L)

The Sassicaia 2021 Bolgheri Sassicaia by Tenuta San Guido was produced from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, with a smaller percentage of Cabernet Franc, grown in the prestigious homonymous DOC that lies within Tenuta San Guido, located in the Bolgheri area (LI). The original vineyards sit on calcareous soils rich in galestro, pebbles and stones (which give the wine its name) and partly clay, located at an altitude between 100 and 300 meters above sea level. For this red masterpiece, the alcoholic fermentation took place in stainless steel at a controlled temperature between 28°C and 30°C without addition of external yeasts. After malolactic fermentation, Sassicaia was transferred into oak barriques (45% new wood and the remaining portion in first and second use) where it aged for over 25 months, keeping the masses separate according to vineyard origin. The blend was therefore made only shortly before bottling. Before commercialization, Sassicaia rested for a certain period in bottle. Sassicaia 2021 was awarded 100 points by Robert Parker.

THE TASTING:
The Sassicaia 2021 Bolgheri Sassicaia by Tenuta San Guido seduces the eye with its intense ruby red color. On the nose it releases enveloping aromas of cherry, sour cherry and small berries intertwined with notes of Mediterranean scrub and more evolved hints of chocolate and roasted dried fruit. On the palate it expresses a full and elegant taste with polished tannins and well-integrated acidity. Long and deep, the finish reveals a more defined mineral thread. Exciting persistence. At the table Sassicaia 2021 pairs well with cured meats and aged cheeses as well as with first and second courses of land-based dishes made with red meats and game.