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Tenuta San Guido - Le Difese 2022 - IGT Toscana

    Tenuta San Guido - Le Difese 2022 - IGT Toscana

    World • IGT Toscana • Red

    105,00€ tax included
    105,00€ tax included
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    Description

    • Country Italy
    • Region World
    • Appellation IGT Toscana
    • Color Red
    • Alcohol 13.5
    • Vintage 2022
    • Grape varieties Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese

    THE The Difese 2022 produced by the Tenuta San Guido East la cuvée entry-level property from the legendary Bolgheri estate, the origin of the mythical SassicaiaCreated in 2002, this vintage is distinguished by its deliciousness, its suppleness and its immediate accessibility.

    Ratings

    Ratings

    • Vinous 92/100
    • Decanter 92/100
    Notes and pairings

    Notes and pairings

    Tasting notes

    Enjoy this lovely vintage with grilled red meats, game or even with mushrooms.
    Producer

    Producer

    The Tenuta San Guido vineyard extends into the Maremma region, on Italy's west coast. This region benefits from a climat The climate is tempered by the sea and the natural protection of the hills, which mitigate the influence of the winds from the plains. The vines are planted in gravelly soils, rich in stones, which give Sassicaia its name and contribute to the unique character of its wines. Here, the Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot grape varieties reach optimal ripeness, thanks to the balance between warmth, maritime freshness, and natural soil drainage. This combination of natural factors fosters the expression of a structured, complex, and elegant wine, whose reputation extends far beyond the borders of Italy.

    Owner and history

    Tenuta San Guido is a domaine An iconic winery located in Maremma, Tuscany, on the Mediterranean coast. It is renowned for producing Sassicaia, one of the most famous Italian red wines in the world. Its vineyard, covering approximately one hundred hectares, benefits from a privileged location: it enjoys the maritime influence and the mild climate of the climat and the protection offered by the neighboring hills. The name Sassicaia, evoking the stony nature of its soils, symbolizes the strong identity of the domaine and its wines. Tenuta San Guido has established itself as an essential reference for lovers of fine wines, combining tradition and the pursuit of quality.

    Vinification and aging

    Difese, whose first vintage was marketed in 2002, is the latest addition to the Tenuta San Guido range.

    Its name refers to boar tusks, depicted in gold on the label; this is the way for the domaine to welcome visitors from all over the world.

    This wine expresses elegance, freshness, and great drinkability, perfectly embodying our winemaking philosophy. The Sangiovese, blended and enriched with Cabernet Sauvignon, lends the wine an authentic character and great versatility at the table, making it a convivial choice that pairs ideally with food.

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    The team's opinion

    The 2022 vintage, hot and dry in Tuscany, yields a ripe, full-bodied, and particularly seductive wine. It is a blend of approximately 55% Sangiovese and 45% Cabernet Sauvignon. The Sangiovese grapes are selected from the hills of Chianti and Bolgheri to ensure freshness and acidity.

    • Serving temperature 16°C - 20°C

    • Climax 2024 à 2032

    Wine profile

    • fruity
    • wooded
    • spicy
    • timber frame