Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC is produced from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. It is aged for 24 months in French oak barriques, followed by a period of bottle ageing.
In the glass, it appears an intense ruby red, with garnet hues if from a previous vintage. On the nose, it immediately reveals fruity notes of ripe cherries, blackcurrants and blackberries, accompanied by hints of Mediterranean scrub, such as rosemary, and a potpourri of dried flowers, tobacco and cocoa. On the palate, it is balanced and harmonious, elegant with its well-integrated tannins and a freshness that gives it body. Its persistence is remarkable.
Sassicaia is a wine that does not fear the passage of time; indeed, it benefits from it. Ideal for special occasions, it pairs excellently with refined main courses of red meat or game.
To fully appreciate its style, this wine should be served at a temperature of 18–20°C.
