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12-205-191-96
1996
12.50%
0.75L
Cabernet Sauvignon 85%, Cabernet Franc 15%
Tuscany , Italy
Parker about Sassicaia 1996
Here's a little gem from Tenuta San Guido that has never been reviewed in Robert Parker Wine Advocate (except informally by me one year ago in a Hedonist's Gazette). I have consistently found the 1996 Bolgheri Sassicaia to be an impressive wine on the few occasions I have had to taste it. This is one of those rare underrated vintages that bring so much delight and surprise in an important retrospective such as this. As I recall from my informal tasting, this Sassicaia shows a heavy dose of Cabernet Sauvignon typicity but without the astringent medicinal tone or unripe greenness you might expect. Instead, it delivers a bright but balanced, tonic verve that is driven by the wine's natural acidity. I had previously paired this wine with an oversized bistecca alla fiorentina t-bone steak and the marriage was perfect. This was a difficult vintage in Bolgheri, but the results in the bottle suggest otherwise.
Description
| Land | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Rebsorten | Cabernet Sauvignon 85%, Cabernet Franc 15% |
| Alkoholgehalt | 12.50% |
| Füllstand | Mid-Shoulder |
| 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 | 2017 - 2028 |
| Parker Punkte | 92 |
| Jahrgang | 1996 |
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Sassicaia 1996
Tenuta San Guido is a renowned winery in Tuscany, Italy, known for its famous Sassicaia wine. Founded by Mario Incisa della Rocchetta, the winery has a long history of wine production.
The 1996 Sassicaia is one of the outstanding wines produced by Tenuta San Guido. This wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc grapes. It is made from carefully selected grapes from the Tenuta San Guido vineyards.
The Sassicaia 1996 presents itself in the glass with a deep, dark ruby red color. On the nose, it unfolds a complex bouquet of ripe dark fruits such as black currants, cassis, and plums, accompanied by notes of spices, cedarwood, and a subtle herbal note. On the palate, it displays impressive concentration and structure, with silky tannins and well-integrated acidity. The wine possesses remarkable depth and complexity, accompanied by a long, lingering finish.
The 1996 Sassicaia is a wine of exceptional quality and potential. It has the potential to evolve over many years, revealing its aromas and complexity. This wine pairs beautifully with hearty meat dishes such as beef fillet or lamb, as well as with mature cheeses.
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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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