2022 Tenuta San Guido Bolgheri Sassicaia Magnum

history of tenuta san guido and bolgheri region Tenuta San Guido is located in Castagneto Carducci, in the Tuscan region of Bolgheri. Its history dates back to the 1940s, when Marchese Mario Incisa della Rocchetta, inspired by Bordeaux, planted Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc on the iconic Sassicaia soils. Initially, only for family and friends, the first commercial vintage wasn't released until 1968. His son Nicolò professionalized the enterprise, with the help of renowned oenologists, and laid the foundation for Sassicaia's international fame. In 1994, Sassicaia became the first and only wine in Italy with its own DOC: Bolgheri Sassicaia. owners and family incisa della rocchetta The Incisa della Rocchetta family has owned the estate since its founding. Originally a private project of Marchese Mario, the estate is now run by his son Nicolò and granddaughter Priscilla, who combine tradition with modernity. Their focus includes sustainable viticulture and expansion into higher, cooler areas for optimal grape quality. terroir, climate and location bolgheri Sassicaia's vineyards are situated on rolling hills near the Tyrrhenian Sea. The soils range from clay with limestone and pebbles to marl and sandstone, with good drainage and mineral complexity. The climate is Mediterranean, with warm days and cool nights, influenced by sea breezes that ensure slow and even ripening. These unique conditions contribute to the elegance, freshness, and refined structure of the wines. grape blend, harvest and vinification of 2022 Sassicaia The 2022 Sassicaia is composed of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon and 12% Cabernet Franc. The grapes are harvested by hand at peak ripeness. After harvest, careful selection takes place, after which the grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. Malolactic fermentation takes place entirely in steel, giving the wine its freshness and precision. The wine is then aged for 24 months in French oak barriques, some new and some used, followed by further aging in bottle before release. color, aromas and flavor profile of 2022 Sassicaia The 2022 vintage displays a deep ruby red color with a bright rim. On the nose, the wine presents a complex bouquet of red currant, black cherry, blackberry, and cassis, complemented by notes of cedar, graphite, lavender, sandalwood, and Mediterranean herbs such as thyme and rosemary. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, with a silky texture and refined acidity. The tannins are compact yet polished, giving the wine lovely tension and length. The 13.5% alcohol contributes to the elegant and cool mouthfeel. The wine is already expressive, but will continue to deepen and refine in the coming years. Wine Advocate writes that the 2022 “a beautiful fruit profile with fresh blackberry, tart cherry and Mediterranean tones of blue rosemary blooms and lavender sachet... elegantly streamlined mouthfeel and its contained 13.5 % alcohol... accessible freshness... will improve with time. It requires patience.” James Suckling mentions “plenty of red currant, cedar, iron and terra cotta aromas… chewy but polished tannins… needs three or four years of bottle age… structured wine for the cellar.” This is a magnum edition in OWC/1 - Even tastier, more festive and with a longer drinking window. Would you like to order San Guido Bolgheri Sassicaia wines online? Our Tenuta San Guido Bolgheri Sassicaia inventory is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse. If you come to collect your wine, you'll often receive a generous discount. You'll see your discount immediately when you select "Collect" at checkout. We are located in Dordrecht, just off the A16 motorway, with ample parking. Click here for our address. Any fact sheets, additional information, and photos can be found in the "Appendix" tab. The full reviews by international wine journalists like Parker, Suckling, and Vinous can be read on our website via the links next to the image. This is a f