TENUTA SAN GUIDO BOLGHERI SASSICAIA DOC 2016
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Italy, Tuscany
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APPELLATION:
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DOS Sassicaia
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GRAPES:
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85 % Cabernet Sauvignon 15 % Cabernet Franc
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APPEARANCE:
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Deep ruby
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AROMA:
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Extraordinary aromatic component with blackberry, ripe cherry, grilled herb and barbecue spice. |
PALATE:
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Long and powerful taste with elegant and subtle tannins and deep fruit flavours. |
FOOD PAIRING:
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Can be enjoyed with or without food but needs aeration. |
SERVE:
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15 - 18°C |
Robert Parker | 100/100 |
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To my mind, the 2016 Sassicaia stands tall next to the epic 1985 vintage that set the ultimate benchmark for vino Italiano. Monica Larner