2021 Tenuta San Guido Guidalberto IGT

Brand	Tenuta San Guido
Region	Tuscany
Varietal	Cabernet Sauvignon
Size	750ml
Alcohol %	13.5%
Vintage	2021
Country	Italy

Basically, it’s a baby Sassicaia for less than a quarter of the price, a bargain for this Merlot Cabernet (60/40 blend). The wine was created to see what could be achieved with Merlot, a grape that San Guido had not used before and the desire to offer the consumer a wine which could be appreciated at a younger age, compared with their veteran Sassicaia.

Piercing red fruits, raspberry, cranberry, and red currant aromas are supported by fresh herbs, cedar, and orange peel.

The palate has such a focus with cutting acidity yet ample, deep fruit. A plethora of red fruit flavours linger and where the textural richness invigorates the palate, intriguing and commanding more attention. A second sip is mandatory. A complex yet supremely delicious wine that opens in the glass with generous swirling. Decanting prior to serving is recommended but this will easily cellar for 5-8 years or more. Pair with meat sauce pasta and roasted meats.