Tenuta San Guido – Sassicaia Bolgheri Sassicaia 2008 – Tuscany Italy

Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2008 is a refined vintage of Italy’s most iconic Super Tuscan. Produced in Bolgheri from Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, Sassicaia is the historic wine that introduced Bordeaux varieties to Tuscany and remains a benchmark for elegance, balance, and longevity.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
• Region: Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC, Tuscany, Italy
• Estate: Tenuta San Guido
• Vintage: 2008
• Aging: 24 months in French oak barrels (about one third new), followed by bottle aging
• Style: Full-bodied, oak-aged, age-worthy Super Tuscan red

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Full-bodied
• Fruit: Blackcurrant, blackberry, dark cherry
• Character: Cedar, tobacco, graphite, Mediterranean herbs
• Structure: Fine tannins with vibrant acidity and long, balanced finish

The 2008 vintage delivers Sassicaia’s hallmark harmony of power and finesse. Aromas of cassis and dark berries intertwine with notes of cedar, tobacco, and Mediterranean herbs that reflect Bolgheri’s coastal terroir. On the palate the wine is structured and elegant, with polished tannins and a persistent finish that continues to evolve beautifully with age.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Historic Super Tuscan from the estate that defined the category
• A balanced vintage showing elegance and structure
• Highly collectible wine from one of Italy’s most celebrated producers

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Bistecca alla Fiorentina or grilled ribeye
• Braised lamb, venison, or game dishes
• Aged Parmigiano Reggiano or Pecorino Toscano

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors seeking iconic Super Tuscan wines
✓ Drinkers who appreciate mature Bordeaux-style blends
✕ Not ideal if you prefer light, simple, fruit-forward reds