Tenuta San Guido – Sassicaia Bolgheri Sassicaia 2020 – Tuscany Italy

Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2020 is a refined modern expression 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: 2020
• 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: Polished tannins with vibrant acidity and long, elegant finish

The 2020 vintage highlights Sassicaia’s signature harmony between power and finesse. 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 yet refined, with silky tannins and a long, balanced finish that promises excellent aging potential.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Iconic Super Tuscan from the estate that defined the category
• A polished modern vintage showing balance and precision
• Highly collectible wine from one of Italy’s most historic producers

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

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

👤 Who This Wine Is For

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