Tenuta San Guido

Le Difese ist eines der schönsten Preis-Qualitäts-Wunder der Toskana. Prächtige, süß parfümierte Fruchtaromen im opulenten Bouquet, ebenso großzügig und weit der langanhaltende Geschmack. (superiore.de)

"Dense and taut, with black currant, wild herb and earthy notes. The tannins are rustic, yet there is a lot of sweet fruit. Finishes long." Wine Spectator

"Tight and delicious with currant and blackberry character. Hints of spice and berry. Medium body and a lively finish. Savory at the end." James Suckling

Guidalberto übernimmt souverän die Rolle als höchst eigenständiger Zweitwein der Tenuta San Guido: Intensive, reife, dunkle Früchte, sehr gutes Tanningerüst, lang, fein und elegant. (superiore.de)

"Nobles Rubinrot. Vielschichtig mit einem Hauch grünen Paprikanoten, welche elegant wirken, auch reife Kirschen und Himbeeren, anregend. Straff und satt in Ansatz und Verlauf, zeigt viel präsente Beerenfrucht, öffnet sich mit zupackenden, kernigem Tannin, langer Nachhall." Falstaff

"The 2015 vintage promises good things in Tuscany and this wine offers an informal sneak peek at what we can expect from the celebrated Tenuta San Guido vineyards in Bolgheri. The 2015 Guidalberto opens to a darkly saturated garnet hue. It shows similar concentration and power in terms of its aromatic delivery. Aromas are shapely and round with dark fruit nuances followed by leather, spice and dark tar. The wine is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with a smaller part Merlot. You feel the lush softness of the second grape as the wine glides smoothly over the palate. It takes on more weight in the glass. This is a solid buy from Bolgheri on the Tuscany Coast." Robert Parker

"Bright black currant and blueberry fruit shine in this red, accented by a dusting of wild herbs, mineral and spice. Turns compact and slightly chewy on the finish, with moderate grip." Wine Spectator

"Fantastic aromas of dried flowers, tiles, terracotta, plum and cherry follows through to a full body, dense and velvety tannins and a persistent finish that caresses your palate. Energy and balance." James Suckling

"The 2015 Guidalberto is a delicious, mid-priced red from Tenuta San Guido. Here, too the style is quite restrained for a wine that in the past has played more on textural richness and volume. At times, Guidalberto was richer and more voluptuous in style than Sassicaia, but the 2015 is done in a style that is more similar to that of its big brother. It remains to be seen if that is a true stylistic shift or simply a reflection of the 2015 vintage. In any event, the 2015 is very pretty. Sweet Cabernet Sauvignon aromatics, pliant red-toned fruit and mid-weight structure are the signatures." Antonio Galloni

Guidalberto übernimmt souverän die Rolle als Zweitwein der Tenuta San Guido: Intensive, reife, dunkle Früchte, sehr gutes Tanningerüst, lang, fein und elegant. (superiore.de)

"Intensives Rubinrot mit purpurroten Reflexen. Das dichte Bouquet zeigt Noten von Cassis, Kirschen und dunklen Beeren, verwoben mit floralen Noten wie Veilchen und feinen Röstnoten, Tabak. Im Gaumen mit viel Schmelz, jugendlicher Beerenaromatik, fein geschliffenes Tannin und guter Abgang." Weinwisser

"A lean, tightly wound red, offering black cherry, black currant, wild herb and mineral aromas and flavors. Harmonious and concentrated, with a long, fresh finish that echoes fruit and mineral details." Wine Spectator

"Very silky and fresh with lots of blueberry and cherry character. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Delicate and flavorful." James Suckling

Guidalberto übernimmt souverän die Rolle als höchst eigenständiger Zweitwein der Tenuta San Guido: Intensive, reife, dunkle Früchte, sehr gutes Tanningerüst, lang, fein und elegant. (superiore.de)

"Nobles Rubinrot. Vielschichtig mit einem Hauch grünen Paprikanoten, welche elegant wirken, auch reife Kirschen und Himbeeren, anregend. Straff und satt in Ansatz und Verlauf, zeigt viel präsente Beerenfrucht, öffnet sich mit zupackenden, kernigem Tannin, langer Nachhall." Falstaff

"The 2015 vintage promises good things in Tuscany and this wine offers an informal sneak peek at what we can expect from the celebrated Tenuta San Guido vineyards in Bolgheri. The 2015 Guidalberto opens to a darkly saturated garnet hue. It shows similar concentration and power in terms of its aromatic delivery. Aromas are shapely and round with dark fruit nuances followed by leather, spice and dark tar. The wine is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with a smaller part Merlot. You feel the lush softness of the second grape as the wine glides smoothly over the palate. It takes on more weight in the glass. This is a solid buy from Bolgheri on the Tuscany Coast." Robert Parker

"Bright black currant and blueberry fruit shine in this red, accented by a dusting of wild herbs, mineral and spice. Turns compact and slightly chewy on the finish, with moderate grip." Wine Spectator

"Fantastic aromas of dried flowers, tiles, terracotta, plum and cherry follows through to a full body, dense and velvety tannins and a persistent finish that caresses your palate. Energy and balance." James Suckling

"The 2015 Guidalberto is a delicious, mid-priced red from Tenuta San Guido. Here, too the style is quite restrained for a wine that in the past has played more on textural richness and volume. At times, Guidalberto was richer and more voluptuous in style than Sassicaia, but the 2015 is done in a style that is more similar to that of its big brother. It remains to be seen if that is a true stylistic shift or simply a reflection of the 2015 vintage. In any event, the 2015 is very pretty. Sweet Cabernet Sauvignon aromatics, pliant red-toned fruit and mid-weight structure are the signatures." Antonio Galloni

Der Sassicaia - ein moderner Klassiker, nach französischem Vorbild, aber keineswegs eine schnöde Bordeaux-Kopie, sondern der berühmteste Wein Italiens mit eigenständigem Charakter. (superiore.de)

"Tiefdunkles, sattes Rubin mit leichtem Violettschimmer. Sehr intensive und dichte Nase, eröffnet mit feinen Kräuternoten, dann satt nach schwarzen Ribiseln, zum Reinbeißen, im Hintergrund feine Macchia-Noten. Ausgewogen und rund in Ansatz und Verlauf, zeigt viel präsente Frucht, entfaltet sich mit feinmaschigem, geschmeidigem Tannin, das sich in vielen Schichten aufbaut, langes Finale." Falstaff

"The 2012 Sassicaia is dark and immediate, with gorgeous up-front richness, density and power. Black cherry jam, cloves and new leather are some of the many signatures that take shape in the glass. The 2012 is an unusually deep, concentrated Sassicaia that is going to need time in bottle to develop the full breadth of its aromas and flavors." Antonio Galloni

"Lots of lavender, minerals and blackcurrants on the nose. Turns to black berries. Full body, ultra-refined tannins and an exquisite finish. This is all about delicacy, finesse and grace. Yet there is a solid core of ripe tannins giving it backbone and outstanding form. Better in 2017 but so delicious already. A wonderful surprise." James Suckling

"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 loaded with finesse, it delivers everything you’d expect from a world-class wine and more." Wine Enthusiast

Der Sassicaia - ein moderner Klassiker, nach französischem Vorbild, aber keineswegs eine schnöde Bordeaux-Kopie, sondern der berühmteste Wein Italiens mit eigenständigem Charakter. (superiore.de)

"Tiefdunkles, sattes Rubin mit leichtem Violettschimmer. Sehr intensive und dichte Nase, eröffnet mit feinen Kräuternoten, dann satt nach schwarzen Ribiseln, zum Reinbeißen, im Hintergrund feine Macchia-Noten. Ausgewogen und rund in Ansatz und Verlauf, zeigt viel präsente Frucht, entfaltet sich mit feinmaschigem, geschmeidigem Tannin, das sich in vielen Schichten aufbaut, langes Finale." Falstaff

"The 2012 Sassicaia is dark and immediate, with gorgeous up-front richness, density and power. Black cherry jam, cloves and new leather are some of the many signatures that take shape in the glass. The 2012 is an unusually deep, concentrated Sassicaia that is going to need time in bottle to develop the full breadth of its aromas and flavors." Antonio Galloni

"Lots of lavender, minerals and blackcurrants on the nose. Turns to black berries. Full body, ultra-refined tannins and an exquisite finish. This is all about delicacy, finesse and grace. Yet there is a solid core of ripe tannins giving it backbone and outstanding form. Better in 2017 but so delicious already. A wonderful surprise." James Suckling

"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 loaded with finesse, it delivers everything you’d expect from a world-class wine and more." Wine Enthusiast

Der Sassicaia - ein moderner Klassiker, nach französischem Vorbild, aber keineswegs eine schnöde Bordeaux-Kopie, sondern der berühmteste Wein Italiens mit eigenständigem Charakter. (superiore.de)

"Tiefdunkles, sattes Rubin mit leichtem Violettschimmer. Sehr intensive und dichte Nase, eröffnet mit feinen Kräuternoten, dann satt nach schwarzen Ribiseln, zum Reinbeißen, im Hintergrund feine Macchia-Noten. Ausgewogen und rund in Ansatz und Verlauf, zeigt viel präsente Frucht, entfaltet sich mit feinmaschigem, geschmeidigem Tannin, das sich in vielen Schichten aufbaut, langes Finale." Falstaff

"The 2012 Sassicaia is dark and immediate, with gorgeous up-front richness, density and power. Black cherry jam, cloves and new leather are some of the many signatures that take shape in the glass. The 2012 is an unusually deep, concentrated Sassicaia that is going to need time in bottle to develop the full breadth of its aromas and flavors." Antonio Galloni

"Lots of lavender, minerals and blackcurrants on the nose. Turns to black berries. Full body, ultra-refined tannins and an exquisite finish. This is all about delicacy, finesse and grace. Yet there is a solid core of ripe tannins giving it backbone and outstanding form. Better in 2017 but so delicious already. A wonderful surprise." James Suckling

"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 loaded with finesse, it delivers everything you’d expect from a world-class wine and more." Wine Enthusiast