Bolgheri Elegance: 2014 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia

Tasting Notes
Classic deep ruby with garnet flashes at the rim. The nose is distinctly Old‑World—bright blackberry, cassis, cedar box, savory spice, leather, tar, and mineral whispers. On the palate, elegance rules: vibrant red and dark berries, spice, tobacco leaf, menthol, and silky tannins. The finish is persistent, refined, and slightly floral—crisply balanced thanks to fresh acidity.

Meet the Winemaker
The San Guido crew, under Graziana Grassini, turned a tough 2014 vintage into Bolgheri poetry. Hand-harvested fruit, meticulous parcel fermentation, and 20–25 months in French (and a touch of American) oak created a Sassicaia that leans finesse over flash.

Wine Specs

• Varietals: 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc 

• Vintage: 2014

• Region: Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC, Tuscany, Italy

• Aging: 20–25 months in French oak barriques, some American oak

• ABV: ~13.5%

• Bottle Size: 750 ml

• Serving Temp: 16–18 °C; decant to showcase delicate layers

Critic Reviews

• Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate: 93 pts — impressed by its bright fruit, subtle spice, tar, leather; praised the bottle’s evolution despite a difficult vintage.

• James Suckling: 92 pts — “Distinctly Old World… savory, cedar and mineral accents… elegant and persistent”.

• Wine Spectator: Reviewed as an Old‑World style with savory, mineral-driven blackberry, cedar, and tobacco—timelessly structured.

• Tastingbook consensus: Highlights nuanced elegance, spicy freshness, and floral-mineral finish.

Food Pairings

• Grilled lamb chops with rosemary

• Wild mushroom risotto with thyme

• Aged Pecorino with melon and honey drizzle

Why You Need This Bottle
Think of 2014 as the quiet achiever in the Sassicaia lineup: no drama, just elegance, precision, and unfussy charm. It’s the wine that impresses without shouting. Serve now for graceful structure, or stash ’til 2032 for a refined reveal.

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