Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2021 750mL

In a property that stretches over 2,500 hectares, we have chosen to select and plant vineyards exclusively on the most suitable lands, covering just a small area of the total surface. An area that is unique in terms of soil type, microclimate, and exposure that deserves its own appellation: DOC Bolgheri Sassicaia.

The soils have varied and complex features with strong presence of limestone, areas rich in marl and pebbles, as well as partially clay. They are situated at an altitude between 100 and 400 meters above sea level, with a West, South-West.

Climate:

A very positive seasonal trend for this 2021 vintage, with a rainy autumn and temperatures below seasonal averages, followed by a harsh winter, especially in mid-February when the polar cold of "Burian" brought freezing temperatures both at night, with peaks between -5 and -7°C, which the day. April started with spring temperatures but, from mid-month, temperatures dropped again, approaching 0°C. A situation that has caused bud thinning in early vines such as Merlot, but also Cabernet Franc. Throughout the spring we have witnessed alternating sunshine and sporadic rain, fresh air and temperatures below the seasonal norm. The vegetative stage of the plants was not affected, except for a vegetative slowdown. Summer temperatures began as early as the end of May and persisted, in the absence of rain, until the second half of July. Since mid-August temperatures have returned to normal and, especially at night, even slightly below the seasonal average. The plants were not affected by the heat of the summer months and the development of the vegetation was regular although with smaller bunches and berries, which resulted in lower production.The result of this climate is a perfect balance between technical maturity and phenolic maturity, with healthy grapes and excellent lignification of the seed and also of the stem.

Grape Varietals:

Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc

100 Points - Monica Larner - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

99-100 Points - Decanter

99 Points - Kerin O'Keefe