Sassicaia

The 2017 Sassicaia has earned its place in The World of Fine Wine’s handpicked collection of tasting notes, featuring insights from the world’s foremost wine authorities. Explore in-depth commentary from wine expert Ella Lister on Sassicaia - an internationally acclaimed red from Tuscany.

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Wine Name
Sassicaia

Wine Producer
Tenuta San Guido

Score
92

Wine Style
Red

Grape Type
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Franc

Country
Italy

Vintage
1980

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Overview

Ella Lister: First bottle: musty, dusty, leafy bouquet with a touch of coffee. Quite a lot of rich fruit on the palate but ever so slightly corked: dry end. New bottle: luscious and feminine.