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2004 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia #261605661
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One of the original 'Super Tuscans,' Sassicaia has risen tothe top of the wine world, besting elite Bordeaux in tastings, and qualifyingfor its own DOC. Comprised mostly of cabernets sauvignon and franc, grown inthe stony soils of the Tuscan coast, and kept cool by the sea. This tremendousvintage has offered up complex, elegant layers of ripe dark fruits, leather,cedar, black olive and structured tannins.
Reviews 96 points Vinous "Deep ruby. Absolutely ethereal nose offers intense yet refined aromas of ripe red cherry, smoke, leather and black truffle, with a pretty mineral element nuance and clarity. Velvety-smooth, ripe and rich on entry, then awash with mid-palate flavors of red cherry, smoky red plum, cassis, spices, bay leaf, roasted coffee bean and dark chocolate. Bright acids and silky-smooth tannins give this extraordinary wine extra lift and precision. Compared to recent vintages, this is a far richer and plumper yet extremely refined version of Sassicaia at a similar stage of its development. The finish goes on for minutes, highlighted by an enchanting mineral quality. (ID)"
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