Tenuta San Guido
Sassicaia
Bolgheri DOC Sassicaia
2018
Vintage
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Where it is, September 2026
Window unavailable: a drinking-window estimate is not available for this wine.
Bottle condition and storage history should guide when to open this wine. There is no reliable year range for this vintage here.
The ‘18 Sassicaia.
Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2018 is a Bolgheri DOC blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.
Drinking window
No Cellared drinking-window estimate is available for this wine.
Tasting note
The estate's distributor describes a balanced 2018 with fruit, present acidity, and a well-managed structure.
The 2018 vintage
Tenuta San Guido describes 2018 as a classic season with moderate temperatures and rain that supported aromatic ripeness and acidity.
About Tenuta San Guido
Sassicaia is Tenuta San Guido's Bolgheri DOC wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc; the 2018 spent 24 months in barriques.
From the cellar: pair with
Chargrilled ribeye with rosemary jus
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Braised lamb shank with polenta
The wine's fresh acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Duck breast with black cherry glaze
The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.
Frequently Asked
What is Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2018?
Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2018 is a Bolgheri DOC blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.
What does Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2018 taste like?
The estate's distributor describes a balanced 2018 with fruit, present acidity, and a well-managed structure.
When should Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2018 be opened?
Bottle condition and storage history should guide when to open this wine. There is no reliable year range for this vintage here.
What pairs with Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2018?
Pair this wine with Chargrilled ribeye with rosemary jus; Braised lamb shank with polenta; or Duck breast with black cherry glaze.