Tenuta San Guido – Sassicaia Bolgheri Sassicaia 2013 – Tuscany Italy

Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2013 is an exceptional 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, structure, and longevity.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
• Region: Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC, Tuscany, Italy
• Estate: Tenuta San Guido
• Vintage: 2013
• 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, elegant finish

The 2013 vintage is widely regarded as one of the most refined expressions of Sassicaia in recent decades. Aromas of cassis and dark berries are layered with cedar, tobacco, and Mediterranean herbs that reflect Bolgheri’s coastal terroir. On the palate the wine is structured and precise, with polished tannins and remarkable persistence.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Iconic Super Tuscan from the estate that defined the category
• A highly regarded vintage known for precision and balance
• A collectible bottle 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 structured Bordeaux-style blends
✕ Not ideal if you prefer light, simple, fruit-forward reds