Parker about Sassicaia 1993
The 1993 Sassicaia is comparatively deep in color with lifted black fruit, cedar, a touch of cooked meat and palpable minerality, a bouquet that stretches its arms with continued aeration. The palate is fresh and vibrant on the entry: a filigree lattice of tannin, good depth and structure with bright red cherry fruit and candied orange peel dancing across the citrus freshness that segues into a touch of biscuit on the aftertaste. This is drinking beautifully now.
Description
Land | Italy |
Region | Tuscany |
Rebsorten | Cabernet Sauvignon 85%, Cabernet Franc 15% |
Alkoholgehalt | 12.00% |
Füllstand | Into Neck |
Verschlußart | cork stopper |
Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
Farbe | Red |
Inverkehrbringer | Tenuta San Guido, Loc. Capanne 27, 57020 Bolgheri, Italy |
Charakter | Dry |
Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
Trinkempfehlung | 2010 - 2034 |
Parker Punkte | 92 |
Jahrgang | 1993 |
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Sassicaia 1993

Sassicaia 1993 is another notable vintage of this famous Italian wine, produced by Tenuta San Guido in the Bolgheri region of Tuscany. Sassicaia holds a firm place in viticultural history and is often credited as a pioneer of the "Super Tuscan" movement, which blends international grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc with native varieties.
The 1993 vintage consists primarily of Cabernet Sauvignon, with a smaller portion of Cabernet Franc. Winemaking follows the time-honored process, in which the wine is first fermented in stainless steel tanks and then aged in French oak barrels to develop its complex aromas and elegant structure.
Sassicaia 1993 is characterized by its deep aromas of ripe dark fruits, tobacco, leather, and delicate spices. On the palate, it displays a balanced structure with well-integrated tannins and a pleasant acidity that lends the wine freshness and longevity. The finish is long and elegant, making it an excellent companion for special occasions.
Tenuta San Guido
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What kind of winery are we talking about when we talk about San Guido and why is it so special? The history of San Guido can be traced back to the 1940s. The estate was founded by Mario Incisa della Rochetta, who was considered a visionary of his kind at the time. His descendants continue to run the winery extremely successfully and consistently stick to the methods of their predecessors, which certainly contributes significantly to the success of the wine. The Sassicaia has been imitated again and again over the years. However, no other producer has succeeded in copying the noble drop, because: The Sassicaia is unique.
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