Sassicaia 2020

An iconic Super Tuscan wine, stands as a testament to the legacy of the Tenuta San Guido estate. Renowned for pioneering the Super Tuscan movement, Sassicaia consistently delivers wines of exceptional quality, and the 2020 vintage is no exception. Crafted from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this wine embodies the marriage of tradition and innovation.

Winemaker Notes

The 2020 is a beautiful vintage of Sassicaia that presents itself at a young age with a marked acidity and freshness and beautiful complexity both on the nose and in the mouth. It well identifies the style of elegance typical of Sassicaia in which the structure never dominates the elegance and flavor of the wine. 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. The tannins, although noble and silky, require a longer period of maturation in glass compared to other previous years, but already at a young age the wine presents itself with a beautiful freshness and very harmonious.

Tasting Notes

In the glass, Sassicaia 2020 unveils an intense ruby red hue, hinting at the wine's depth and concentration. The nose is a symphony of blackcurrant, ripe cherry, and notes of cedar, accompanied by a touch of Mediterranean herbs. On the palate, experience the full-bodied richness, with velvety tannins and a seamless integration of fruit and oak. Flavors of dark chocolate, tobacco, and a hint of graphite contribute to a lingering finish, leaving a lasting impression of elegance and complexity.

How to Enjoy

To fully appreciate the nuances of Sassicaia 2020, decant the wine for at least an hour before serving to allow it to breathe and evolve. Serve it in a large-bowled red wine glass at a temperature of around 16-18 degrees Celsius (61-64 degrees Fahrenheit). Take your time with each sip, allowing the wine to open up and reveal its layers of flavor. This is a wine meant for contemplation and appreciation.

Food Pairing

Sassicaia 2020's structured yet elegant profile makes it a versatile companion to a range of dishes. Pair it with grilled lamb chops, Tuscan-style beef stew, or a hearty wild mushroom risotto. The wine's acidity and tannins also make it a superb match for aged cheeses, such as Pecorino or Parmesan. Experiment with pairings to discover the wine's versatility and ability to enhance a variety of culinary experiences.

Overall

Sassicaia 2020 is a triumph in winemaking, showcasing the continued excellence of Tenuta San Guido. Its refined structure, complex aromatics, and remarkable aging potential make it a standout in the world of Super Tuscan wines. Whether enjoyed now or cellared for future celebrations, Sassicaia 2020 invites wine enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the unparalleled craftsmanship and terroir expression that defines this iconic Italian wine.

Professional Ratings

• 97 Decanter
  
  Frosts damaged the the earlier-developing Cabernet Franc in late March, leading to reduced production but superb quality fruit. Spring was mild and summer was generally warm, but a rapid acceleration of maturation in late summer forced the team to begin picking in the first week of September to avoid any overripeness. A traditional 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc blend, its blackcurranty, dusty, leafy and cedary character is brought into focus by an intense and balsamic palate. It's poised and light on its feet with super-fresh acidity and a fine-grained, almost imperceptible tannic structure. Ripe and tangy raspberry and blueberry fruits linger on the mid-palate, leading to a long, fresh finish with some cream and chocolate notes. This will reward cellaring into the 2050s, yet you'll get plenty of pleasure from it in its youth. 'We advise to keep it at least 10 months in the bottle before opening,' states third-generation Priscilla Incisa della Rocchetta.
  
  
• 97 James Suckling
  
  A very perfumed Sassicaia on the nose with forest floor, citrus and deep dark fruits. Blackcurrants. Cedar and black tea. Some balsamic. Pine needles. Full and very succulent. Really long, structured and complete. Tangy and energetic with a linear line of fresh tannins and acidity. Very Sassicaia throughout. 85% cabernet sauvignon and the rest is cabernet franc. Very attractive now in a youthful and vibrant way, but this will be better in three to four years. Try after 2027.
  
  
• 97 Vinous
  
  The 2020 Sassicaia is a bold, rapturous wine. Dark, fleshy and expansive on the palate, the 2020 offers up scents of blackberry jam, gravel, spice, new leather, licorice and crème de cassis. Potent tannins are nearly buried by the sheer intensity of the fruit. Sassicaia is never a huge wine, the 2020 does seem to have an extra dimension of textural intensity. It's an intensity that is hugely appealing.
  
  
• 97 Wine Spectator

  Complex aromas and flavors of black currant, blackberry, iron, sweet tobacco and Mediterranean herbs are the hallmarks of this elegant, tensile red, which is already revealing plenty, yet still feels reserved, as though there were many more facets to be discovered. Superb harmony, freshness and a long aftertaste prevail. Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.

• 96 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
  
  The Tenuta San Guido 2020 Bolgheri Sassicaia speaks to those who seek a more voluptuous, opulent and, ultimately, more accessible wine. This vintage is a precise reflection of Coastal Tuscany, as opposed to a more generic "Tuscan" wine from elsewhere in this large central Italian region. You taste the ripeness and soft fruit weight that comes from a coastal appellation with especially bright luminosity and warm Mediterranean offshore breezes. Sassicaia from the cool vintages is a famously reticent or withholding wine in its earliest years, requiring a long lead time before it eases into an ideal drinking window. That's definitely not the case here. This wine is beautiful and compelling straight out of the gate, showing a lovely mix of dark fruit, oak spice, balanced freshness, textural richness, soft tannins and an expertly contained 14% alcohol content. The wine's immediate character is what distinguishes this vintage, and I wouldn't get too fussed by exaggerated cellar-aging ambitions. The wine awards sheer pleasure in its current form, with dazzling primary fruit and soaring intensity over the near and medium term.

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