{"title":"Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"tenuta-san-guido-sassicaia-750ml-2011","title":"Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 750ml, 14% ABV Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC red wine blending 85% Cabernet Sauvignon with 15% Cabernet Franc. The 2020 vintage earned 97 points from both Wine Spectator (Bruce Sanderson) and Vinous (Antonio Galloni), alongside 96 points from Wine Advocate (Monica Larner) — marking it among the most critically lauded recent releases from this iconic estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 14%  |  Origin: Bolgheri, Tuscany, Italy  |  Blend: 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc  |  Distillery: Tenuta San Guido\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTenuta San Guido, the estate of the Incisa della Rocchetta family, pioneered Bordeaux varieties in coastal Tuscany beginning in the 1940s. Sassicaia was the original \"Super Tuscan\" and in 1994 became the first — and still only — single-estate wine granted its own DOC designation: Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC, a classification no other Italian producer may use. The 2020 was fermented with 15 to 18 days of skin maceration, then aged for 25 months in French oak barriques, half of which were new, yielding a wine that balances concentration with the estate's signature aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with black raspberry liqueur and ripe blackcurrant before layers of fresh lavender, cedar, and pine needle emerge. Beneath those primary scents, notes of baker's chocolate, pepper spice, and a balsamic-like intensity lend remarkable depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is smooth and densely fruited, delivering crushed blackberry and cassis across a broad mid-palate. As the wine develops, dried botanical herbs, licorice, and iron-ore minerality surface, framed by ripe yet focused acidity. This vintage shows more concentration and richness than is typical for Sassicaia, yet remains poised and polished throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and seamlessly textured, with velvety, tightly woven tannins that envelop the palate. Lingering impressions of new leather, dark spice, and crème de cassis persist well beyond the final sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Sassicaia 2020\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe at 16–18°C in a large-bowled Bordeaux glass. Decanting for at least an hour opens the wine's aromatic layers, though it will reward cellaring for another 15–20 years. Sassicaia is principally a wine for the table rather than the cocktail bar — its tannic structure and complexity are best appreciated alongside food or on their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCellaring as a long-term investment-grade Italian red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a serious wine collector or Italophile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnchoring a special-occasion dinner with premium Tuscan cuisine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding a benchmark Super Tuscan to a curated wine library\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Sassicaia 2020 taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Sassicaia 2020 leads with concentrated blackcurrant, blackberry, and cassis, layered with cedar, licorice, dried herbs, and iron-ore minerality. Velvety tannins and bright acidity keep the generous fruit focused through a long, spice-laced finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Sassicaia 2020 compare to Ornellaia?\u003c\/strong\u003e Ornellaia is produced on a neighboring Bolgheri estate and shares a Bordeaux-varietal focus, but Sassicaia leans more heavily on Cabernet Sauvignon (85% versus Ornellaia's more Merlot-inclusive blend) and carries the exclusive Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC, a designation no other winery may use. In the 2020 vintage both wines scored in the mid-to-high 90s from major critics, though Sassicaia's profile tends toward firmer tannins and greater cellar longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Sassicaia 2020 good for cellaring?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — its tightly woven tannin structure, balanced acidity, and concentrated fruit suggest a drinking window extending well past 2040. The 97-point scores from multiple critics reinforce its aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Sassicaia made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Sassicaia is produced exclusively at Tenuta San Guido in the Bolgheri zone of coastal Tuscany, Italy. The estate's gravelly, well-drained soils and maritime-influenced climate create conditions uniquely suited to Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Sassicaia 2020?\u003c\/strong\u003e Bistecca alla fiorentina highlights the wine's tannic grip and dark-fruit concentration. Braised wild boar ragu matches its herbal, earthy undertones. Aged Pecorino Toscano echoes its savory minerality. Roasted lamb with rosemary complements the lavender and dried-herb aromatics. Dark-chocolate-based desserts mirror the baker's chocolate nuance on the nose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Sassicaia 2020 come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard release is 750ml, though Tenuta San Guido also produces magnums (1.5L) and occasionally larger formats for select vintages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Sassicaia 2020 worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Sassicaia positions firmly in the ultra-premium tier of Italian wine — and global Cabernet blends more broadly. Multiple 97-point ratings, a unique single-estate DOC, and proven cellar longevity place it alongside first-growth Bordeaux in terms of collectibility and critical regard, lending strong value justification at its price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Sassicaia 2020?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSassicaia holds a distinction unmatched anywhere in Italy: its own dedicated DOC, a legal recognition of quality and provenance that no other single estate has achieved. The 2020 vintage delivered on that legacy with four separate scores of 97 points — from Wine Spectator, Vinous, Falstaff, and Kerin O'Keefe — making it one of the highest-rated releases in recent memory. Its 25 months in French oak, split evenly between new and seasoned barriques, produced a wine with unusual concentration for Sassicaia while preserving the aromatic elegance the estate is known for. For collectors and serious drinkers alike, the 2020 represents a compelling entry point into one of the world's most storied wine estates at a moment when the vintage quality fully justifies the reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44836861804713,"sku":"27017","price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Tenuta-San-Guido-Sassicaia__54845.1701881465.1280.1280__64630.jpg?v=1730473359"},{"product_id":"tenuta-san-guido-sassicaia-2019","title":"Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 750ml Bolgheri DOC red wine at 13.5% ABV, blending 85% Cabernet Sauvignon with 15% Cabernet Franc. This vintage received a perfect 100-point score from Decanter, alongside 99 points from both James Suckling and Wine Enthusiast (Cellar Selection), and 98 points from Parker's Wine Advocate — placing it among the most critically lauded Sassicaia releases in the estate's history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 13.5%  |  Origin: Bolgheri DOC, Toscana, Italy  |  Blend: 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc  |  Producer: Tenuta San Guido\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTenuta San Guido, the estate that essentially created the Super Tuscan category, has produced Sassicaia since the 1960s on its Bolgheri coastal property in western Tuscany. The 2019 vintage underwent 18 to 20 days of maceration on the skins using natural ferments, followed by malolactic fermentation in tank. Aging lasted 25 months in French oak barrels, one-third of which were new — a slightly extended barrel program that managing director Carlo Paoli has noted reflects a deliberate shift toward longer oak maturation in recent vintages, adding structural depth without overwhelming the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with intense violet and lavender, layered over restrained bramble fruits and cassis. Deeper inhales reveal graphite minerality, dried herbs, sweet pipe tobacco, and a thread of camphor that lifts the aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is lithe and graceful, immediately offering concentrated black currant and red plum before the mid-palate broadens with star anise, sage, and cedar. At its peak, the wine shows remarkable polish — full-bodied but impeccably balanced, with fine-grained tannins providing structure without austerity. Blood orange and cinnamon accents emerge as the wine opens in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and savory, with tobacco leaf, earthy minerality, and a minty freshness that lingers well past the final sip. The tannin resolution is silky, leaving a lasting impression of elegance and refinement rather than power.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Sassicaia 2019\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine deserves to be served neat in a large-bowled Bordeaux glass at cellar temperature (around 16–18°C), ideally with at least 30 to 60 minutes of decanting to allow its layered aromatics to fully develop. Given its pedigree and structure, Sassicaia 2019 is a wine for the table rather than the cocktail shaker — its complexity rewards patient, focused drinking alongside a meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a serious wine collector or Italian wine enthusiast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnchoring a milestone dinner or anniversary celebration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCellaring for long-term aging — the structure and acidity suggest decades of potential\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTasting alongside other iconic Bolgheri wines in a comparative vertical or horizontal flight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Sassicaia 2019 taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Sassicaia 2019 delivers concentrated black currant and red plum framed by cedar, graphite, and dried herbs, with a full body tempered by refined tannins and a long, savory tobacco-laced finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Sassicaia 2019 compare to Ornellaia?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are top-tier Bolgheri Cabernet-based wines, but Sassicaia 2019 leans toward a more austere, mineral-driven profile with its 85\/15 Cabernet Sauvignon–Cabernet Franc blend, while Ornellaia typically incorporates Merlot and Petit Verdot for a rounder, more opulent texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Sassicaia 2019 good for cellaring?\u003c\/strong\u003e With its firm tannic structure, balanced acidity, and perfect scores from Decanter, this vintage is an exceptional candidate for cellaring; most critics suggest a drinking window extending through at least the late 2040s.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Sassicaia 2019 made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Sassicaia is produced at Tenuta San Guido in the Bolgheri DOC on the Tuscan coast of western Italy, a maritime-influenced appellation where Cabernet Sauvignon thrives in gravelly, well-drained soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Sassicaia 2019?\u003c\/strong\u003e Bistecca alla fiorentina highlights the wine's tannic grip and herbal character. Braised lamb shank with rosemary complements its savory depth. Aged Parmigiano-Reggiano echoes its earthy minerality. Wild boar ragù mirrors the wine's Tuscan heritage. Grilled portobello mushrooms with truffle oil bridges its cedar and graphite notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Sassicaia 2019 come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Sassicaia 2019 is available in standard 750ml bottles, with magnums (1.5L) and other large formats released in limited quantities depending on the vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Sassicaia 2019 worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Sassicaia 2019 positions firmly in the ultra-premium tier, and its perfect Decanter score alongside near-perfect marks from three other major publications provides strong critical justification for its standing among the most sought-after Italian reds on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Sassicaia 2019?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA perfect 100-point score from Decanter is not something awarded casually, and the 2019 vintage earned it through a combination of exceptional growing conditions and an intentionally extended 25-month barrel aging program that added structural complexity. The result is a wine that balances Bolgheri's coastal warmth with a tension and minerality that few Super Tuscans achieve. Among the constellation of celebrated Sassicaia vintages — including 1985 and 2016 — the 2019 stands as one of the most universally acclaimed releases from Tenuta San Guido, a wine that justifies its iconic status with substance rather than reputation alone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837735694505,"sku":"30990","price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Tenuta-San-Guido-Sassicaia__54845.jpg?v=1730492598"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/tenuta-san-guido-sassicaia.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}