Parker about Sassicaia 1995
The 1995 Bolgheri Sassicaia still holds court, thank you very much. It reminds me of a grande dame, or a woman of influence and sophistication who lights up the room thanks to her expertly delivered, albeit antiquated charm. The wine's aged evolution is evident as the bouquet releases sure aromas of dried fruit, old spice, saffron and cola. I can't say the aromas reach perfect equilibrium, because they don't. There is a muddled fruit note in there too that subtracts from its purity. The mouthfeel is svelte and lean with finely polished and silky tannins. In fact, the wine's texture shows precision and elegance. Pretty menthol notes appear on the long finish.
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 | 2015 - 2035 |
Parker Punkte | 91 |
Jahrgang | 1995 |
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Sassicaia 1995

The 1995 Sassicaia is a legendary wine from the renowned Tenuta San Guido in Tuscany, Italy. This wine has played a significant role in strengthening the reputation and recognition of Tuscan wines on the international stage.
In the glass, the Sassicaia 1995 presents itself in a deep, ruby red color, which indicates its concentration and maturity.
The bouquet is fascinating and complex. Intense aromas of ripe black berries such as black currants and black cherries unfold, accompanied by notes of tobacco, leather, spices, and a subtle minerality. The bouquet is profound and lends the wine impressive aromatic diversity.
On the palate, the 1995 Sassicaia displays impressive structure and elegance. The tannins are silky and well-integrated, giving the wine a smooth texture. The fruity aromas continue on the palate, supported by balanced acidity. The wine presents a remarkable balance between power and finesse, ending in a long and lingering finish.
The Sassicaia 1995 is a wine of exceptional quality and elegance, ideal for both youth and ageing. It pairs perfectly with aged beef, lamb, or rich pasta dishes.
Tenuta San Guido
Information about the winemaker:
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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