Sassicaia Tenuta San Guido

Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC • Tuscany • Tenuta San Guido
Category
Red Wines
Region
Tuscany
Denomination
Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC
Alcohol
14%
Vinification
Pressing of the grapes, alcoholic fermentation in steel at a controlled temperature, maceration for 9-12 days in steel, malolactic fermentation
Aging
24 months in French oak barriques
Grape varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon 85% and Cabernet Franc 15%
Notes
Contains sulfites
Sassicaia Tenuta San Guido Italian wine - Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC from Tuscany

Tasting Notes

This Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC captures the distinctive personality of Tuscany terroir. Its 14% alcohol content underpins a rich, muscular structure. Crafted from Cabernet Sauvignon 85% and Cabernet Franc 15%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. Expect layered dark fruit aromas, firm tannins and a long, satisfying finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards calcareous soils rich of galestro and partially clayey, altitude between 100 and 300 meters, exposure to West/South-West. Vinification: pressing of the grapes, alcoholic fermentation in steel at a controlled temperature, maceration for 9-12 days in steel, malolactic fermentation. The wine is aged 24 months in French oak barriques. A wine reflecting Tuscany's renowned terroir with elegant tannin structure and aging potential.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese
🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto
🍽️ Grilled red meats and game
🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs
🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce

About Tuscany Wine Region

Tuscany is Italy's most celebrated wine region, home to legendary denominations like Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.

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