Sassicaia 1980

Sassicaia 1980

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Sassicaia 1980
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HED60597

75 cl

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£525.00
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Sassicaia 1980 is a renowned Super Tuscan red wine from the Bolgheri appellation. This vintage reveals the effects of a cooler growing season, resulting in a mature and restrained expression. Composed primarily of Cabernet Sauvignon, it offers evolved aromas of dried herbs, earthy undertones, tobacco and leather. The palate is medium-bodied with integrated tannins, showcasing an earthy finesse. Sassicaia was first produced in 1968 by Marchese Mario Incisa della Rocchetta at Tenuta San Guido, and it is known for pioneering the Super Tuscan movement, blending traditional Italian varietals with international grapes.

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The Original Super Tuscan

Tenuta San Guido’s flagship red wine, Sassicaia wine, has become a Tuscan icon in its own right. This fine wine, made from a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc, is characterized by all the hallmarks that have established it as one of Italy’s standout wines: sumptuous fruit, fine texture, beautiful perfume, and effortless balance. A prototype of Super Tuscan wines, Mario Incisa della Rocchetta decided to experiment with Bordeaux varietals, noting a similarity between the geography of Tuscany and Graves in southwest France.

Early vintages of this iconic Italian wine were only available to taste at the winery. The 1968 vintage was the first Sassicaia wine to be sold to the public, and in 1994, Sassicaia was granted its own official DOC: Bolgheri-Sassicaia DOC. Early vintages received mixed reviews, but the introduction of Tronçais oak barriques in the late 1970s saw a rise in quality that has been maintained ever since. Alongside the Grand Vin, the Tenuta San Guido estate produces a second wine, Guidalberto, and a third wine, La Difese.

Sassicaia's impact on the wine world is profound, exemplifying the fine elegance of Tuscan wine. With a dedication to quality and tradition, Tenuta San Guido continues to set the benchmark for fine wines globally.

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