“Sassicaia” Bolgheri DOC 2013 · MAGNUM in OWC

Tenuta San Guido | Tuscany
Soc. Agr. C.I.T.A.I. S.p.A. | Loc. Le Capanne 27 | IT 57022 Bolgheri

09422213 · 1,5 l · 660,00 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping6 units available
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"Everything was slow, calm and beautiful." This is how cellar master Carlo Paoli described 2013. After an April frost that regulated the natural grape yield, a summer without extremes followed – no heat spike, no stressful events, just a gradual, even ripening that gave the Cabernet Sauvignon on the gravel marl soils of Tenuta San Guido exactly what it needed: Time. Priscilla Incisa della Rocchetta, granddaughter of the founder, called the result a record year for Sassicaia. The harvest began at the beginning of September with the Cabernet Franc, which was the first to reach phenological ripeness, and ended at the end of September in the high vineyards of Castiglioncello.

Bright ruby red with garnet-coloured nuances. Bouquet of redcurrant, violets, fresh herbs, menthol, mineral slate – with a clarity and transparency that reveals the character of the terroir as if through glass. The flavour is silky and precise at the same time, with the finest tannins, a lively acidity and an unusually long, harmonious finish. The 1.5-litre Liters bottle is not an extra for this wine – it is simply the right format. SUPERIORE.DE

"Firm, clear and polished on the nose, complex, noble aroma of red and even more black berries with notes of light cherries, fine floral and herbal aromas, a hint of candy, tobacco nuances, juniper, pepper, finest liquorice and a hint of blood orange. Very noble and fine, polished, juicy fruit with delicate chocolaty nuances, reminiscent of mountain herbs and very fine herbal flavours as well as a hint of pink pepper and mint, persistent and dense on the palate, yet highly elegant, very fine, lively acidity and first-class tannins, persistent, deep and multi-layered, well-drawn, salty in the background, hints of citrus zest, still completely undeveloped, but already beguiling, based much more on finesse than on power, even if it is not a real lightweight, long, multi-layered, downright beguiling finish." Marcus Hofschuster (wein-plus.eu)

"Bright, rich purple red colour. Very clear bouquet with a wonderfully ripe berry flavour, freshly picked red berries such as cherry and raspberry. On the palate again with very clear, savoury fruit, still completely undeveloped, very youthful, but incredibly powerful, something big is in the making." Weinwisser

"Brilliant, deep dark ruby colour with a fine garnet sheen. Opens on the nose with lots of present, juicy fruit, of cassis, blueberries and blackberries, clear and memorable. Shows a lot of juicy, fresh fruit on the palate, opens with polished, highly elegant tannins, but with a lot of energy at the core, spans a wide arc, very long finish." Falstaff

"A racy, tightly wound style with flavours of violets, blackcurrants, cherries, wild herbs, spices and minerals, coupled with a dense, soft texture. It shows finesse and intensity in a seemingly effortless way. The aftertaste is long and concentrated. Should give pleasure for years." Wine Spectator

"The 2013 Sassicaia is shaping up to be a gem of a wine. Rich, layered and expansive on the palate, the 2013 possesses remarkable depth, a spherical texture and fine, silky tannins that envelop the finish. A first sample from a parcel in Mandrione shows a remarkable perfume, while a second sample from 40-year-old vines in Castiglioncello impresses above all with its density and power. There is a lot to look forward to here, that much is clear." Vinous

"The Bolgheri Sassicaia 2013 is released 30 years after the death of the founder of Tenuta San Guido, Mario Incisa della Rocchetta, and in the same year that his son Nicolò celebrates his 80th birthday. It is a wine of excellent execution, beautiful balance and seamless intensity. The bouquet opens slowly, revealing delicate aromas of dark fruit and integrated spices that develop in steady strength. This dynamism, so typical of Sassicaia, ultimately gives us confidence in the wine's remarkable ageing potential. The mouthfeel offers freshness and vigour, but in moderation, with a long and silky persistence. The 2013 vintage should be kept for another ten years." Wine Advocate

"Fabulous structure for a Sassicaia with powerful, polished, chewy tannins and ripe, subtle fruit. Flavours of blueberries, blackcurrants, rosemary and lavender. Full body, bright acidity and a flavoursome finish. Juicy and lively. It's better to drink it from 2020, but it's already impressive now." James Suckling

"Aromas of red berries, cedar and light spice lead the way to this stunning red wine. The vibrant palate is full of finesse, with bright redcurrant, red raspberry, white pepper and chopped herbs alongside bright acidity and firm, polished tannins. It's impeccably balanced, full of elegance, energy and intensity, but it's still young, so give it time to fully develop." Wine Enthusiast

"The Sassicaia 2013 is simply beautiful, and it makes a leap forward in quality. The aromas and flavours are even more precise and transparent, there is a wonderful harmony and lightness on the palate, and the tannins of this wine are even finer and more seamless. According to my co-host Priscilla Incisa Della Rocchetta, 2013 was a "record vintage for Sassicaia". Carlo Paoli adds: "Spring came early but without excess, the summer started slowly and was only hot for 20 days and the harvest began in mid-September for the Cabernet Sauvignon. Everything was slow, calm and beautiful. The 2013 is at the beginning of its drinking window and is drinking beautifully now, but it still has a long way to go." Decanter