Tenuta San Guido is a 7,500-acre estate located in the province of Livorno, just on the outskirts of Tuscany. It was named Sassicaia (the place of many stones) after the grounds on which some of the first grapes were grown on nearly 80 years ago.
Today, Sassicaia Vineyards extraordinary reputation exceeds it as one of Italy's greatest red wine producers.
If you'd like to taste why, then just grab a bottle of Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2017 Red Blend. Crafted with mastery, this wine is defined by its sharp berry and herb flavors. A blend of 85 % Cabernet Sauvignon and 15 % Cabernet Franc. Aged in French oak barriques (40% new) for 24 months, then further refined for an additional month and a half in bottle before release, this wine has an intense velvety texture with a long and powerful finish that you won't be able to resist.
Notes: Dry, full-bodied. Aromas and flavors of blackberry, cherry, blueberry, currant and herbs
Pairings: Braised short rib, osso bucco and aged gouda
Serving Suggestions: Room temperature
Region: Italy
Alcohol Content: 14%
Today, Sassicaia Vineyards extraordinary reputation exceeds it as one of Italy's greatest red wine producers.
If you'd like to taste why, then just grab a bottle of Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2017 Red Blend. Crafted with mastery, this wine is defined by its sharp berry and herb flavors. A blend of 85 % Cabernet Sauvignon and 15 % Cabernet Franc. Aged in French oak barriques (40% new) for 24 months, then further refined for an additional month and a half in bottle before release, this wine has an intense velvety texture with a long and powerful finish that you won't be able to resist.
Notes: Dry, full-bodied. Aromas and flavors of blackberry, cherry, blueberry, currant and herbs
Pairings: Braised short rib, osso bucco and aged gouda
Serving Suggestions: Room temperature
Region: Italy
Alcohol Content: 14%