2006 Tenuta San Guido - Sassicaia (3 L - Double Magnum) Mommessin less powerful than the celebrated

less powerful than the celebrated 1999 and 2002 flanking it

Drinking well now

delivering a luxuriant hint of menthol on the finish

the 2020 La Clarence is the ideal acquisition

The two varieties are vinified separately before ageing for 18 months in French oak—Sangiovese primarily in tonneaux and Cabernet Sauvignon in barriques—followed by extended bottle ageing prior to release

2006 Tenuta San Guido - Sassicaia (3 L - Double Magnum) Mommessin less powerful than the celebratedColour : Red Producer : Tenuta San Guido Label Name : Sassicaia Country : Italy Region : Tuscany Sub Region : Bolgheri Variety : Proprietary Blend Vintage : 2006 Capacity : 3 L Double Magnum Rating : Robert Parker The Wine Advocate 96 Wine Spectator 94 Falstaff 91 Tasting Note : Strong ruby garnet, violet reflections, lightening at the edges. Somewhat rustic in the bouquet, ripe cherry fruit. Note: All images are for illustrative purposes only and may