Parker about Sassicaia 2018
This is a classic vintage of an Italian icon now celebrating its 50th vintage. The Tenuta San Guido 2018 Bolgheri Sassicaia lays out a familiar blueprint that borrows from the proven track record of this landmark estate that extends into the hills just beyond the Tyrrhenian shores of Tuscany. This vintage is crystalline and pure in its delivery, and if you are familiar with previous editions, it is impossible to mistake this wine for anything but Sassicaia. The growing season started off cool and wet but turned to warm and dry conditions comfortably before the harvest. Cabernet Sauvignon with Cabernet Franc in a supporting role deliver a graceful mid-weight texture that holds back style-wise in terms of phenolic density. The wine's careful balance is achieved thanks to the nuanced character of the fruit, the present acidity, the well-managed structure and the contained alcohol. The palate is lifted and bright, the finish is polished and long, and the wine skips over any heaviness on the mid-palate. The bouquet is especially intriguing with a very lively plummy fruit element that is enhanced by baker's chocolate, pepper spice, iron ore, caramel and pie crust. There is also a green character that adds positively to the bouquet with aniseed, tea leaf, soya, menthol rub and black olive. The fruit maturity is spot-on with no elements that feel over or underripe. Overall, the 2018 Sassicaia weighs in with a svelte frame and long persistence. Moreover, it is distinguished by the archetypal elegance and pedigree of the classic vintages of the past. This new release gives you much pleasure to wait.
Description
Land | Italy |
Region | Tuscany |
Rebsorten | Cabernet Sauvignon 85%, Cabernet Franc 15% |
Alkoholgehalt | 13.50% |
Füllstand | high fill |
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 | 2026 - 2055 |
Parker Punkte | 97 |
Jahrgang | 2018 |
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Sassicaia 2018

Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2018 is an exquisite wine from Tuscany that perfectly embodies the heritage and quality of the renowned Tenuta San Guido estate. This vintage, characterized by optimal growing conditions, reflects the unique characteristics of Sassicaia wine.
The color of the 2018 Sassicaia is a deep, intense ruby red. The color is vibrant and displays remarkable depth and concentration.
The bouquet of the 2018 Sassicaia is impressively complex and elegant. It unfolds a wide range of aromas, including ripe black cherries, cassis, blackberries, and plums. These dark fruit aromas are accompanied by subtle notes of spices, tobacco, cedarwood, and a hint of chocolate. The bouquet is harmonious and intriguing in its complexity.
On the palate, the 2018 Sassicaia displays exceptional structure and finesse. The fruit aromas unfold with impressive depth and are framed by silky tannins. The wine presents a remarkable balance between ripe fruit, elegant acidity, and smooth tannins. The texture is velvety, lending the wine a silky elegance.
The finish of the 2018 Sassicaia is long, persistent, and captivating. The aromas of dark fruits and spices linger on the palate, leaving a lasting impression. The wine displays remarkable structure and precision, underscoring its quality and potential for positive development over the years.
Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2018 is a wine of outstanding quality and elegance. With its impressive complexity, perfect balance of aromas, and exceptional structure, it is a true gem of Tuscan wine production.
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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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