Sassicaia - 2005 (750ml) 1967 with a bouquet of blackberries

with a bouquet of blackberries

A brilliant second wine

was an incredibly hot year (surpassed only by 1990 and 2003)

and spices

with raspberry and cherry flavors

Sassicaia - 2005 (750ml) 1967 with a bouquet of blackberriesThe 2005 Sassicaia is another strong effort from Tenuta San Guido. Medium in body, it reveals an understated, delicate expression of smoke, herbs, tobacco and sweet dark fruit. The wine possesses compelling harmony and a gorgeous sense of inner perfume that flows from start to finish. This is an outstanding showing in a very challenging vintage. Sassicaia is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, with a small amount of Cabernet Franc. Anticipated maturity: 2012