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Sassicaia
Bolgheri Sassicaia · Italy
Fact sheet
- Type
- Other
- Grape
- Cabernet Sauvignon · Cabernet Franc
- Country
- Italy
- Region
- Bolgheri Sassicaia
- Appellation
- Bolgheri Sassicaia
- Body
- full
- Acidity
- medium
- Tannin
- high
- Sweetness
- dry
Food pairing
roast lamb · game meats · truffle pasta · aged cheeses
Rated vintages
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2021
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2020
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2019
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2018
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2017
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2016
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2015
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201495 pts
Aromas of red berry, blue flower, menthol, exotic spice and a whiff of French oak take shape on this impeccably balanced radiant red. The palate is vibrant and focused—almost ethereal—delivering raspberry compote, Marasca cherry, star anise and cinnamon framed in elegant tannins…
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2013
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201299 pts
One of Italy's most iconic bottlings, the 2012 Sassicaia is drop-dead gorgeous. A blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc, it boasts sensations of blue flowers, cedar, juicy red currants, ripe raspberries, white pepper and a balsamic note. Structured, radiant and…