2004 Sassicaia
Cabernet Sauvignon - Cabernet Franc
Italy / Tuscany / Bolgheri / DOC Bolgheri Sassicaia
WINEMAKER NOTES
2004 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia – Benchmark Super Tuscan from Bolgheri
The 2004 Sassicaia from Tenuta San Guido captures the elegance and longevity that define this iconic Super Tuscan wine. Sourced from the coastal vineyards of Bolgheri, this vintage highlights the estate’s mastery in crafting Cabernet-based wines with Italian soul and Bordeaux structure.
Tasting Notes
Showing classic Sassicaia character, the 2004 opens with aromas of blackcurrant, dried herbs, and cedar, layered with subtle notes of tobacco, violets, and crushed stone. The palate is linear and focused, delivering bright acidity, fine tannins, and a long, mineral-laced finish. A wine of finesse, tension, and age-worthy elegance.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
The blend is traditionally **85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc**, harvested from vines planted in the stony, well-drained soils of the Tenuta San Guido estate. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel with maceration on the skins for 15 days, followed by **24 months of aging in French oak barriques**, with a small portion of new oak, before further refinement in bottle.
Investment & Collectibility
Highly regarded among collectors, the **2004 vintage** is a standout in Sassicaia’s modern history. Its balance and aging potential have kept demand high on the secondary market, making it an essential addition to any fine Italian wine collection. Perfect for your collection.
Vintage Insights
The 2004 growing season in Bolgheri was cool and steady, with ideal conditions throughout the summer and harvest. The resulting wines are known for their precision, aromatic clarity, and refined tannic structure—hallmarks of a top Sassicaia vintage.
- 96 points – Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
- 95 points – Wine Spectator
- 94 points – Vinous
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2004 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia – Benchmark Super Tuscan from Bolgheri
The 2004 Sassicaia from Tenuta San Guido captures the elegance and longevity that define this iconic Super Tuscan wine. Sourced from the coastal vineyards of Bolgheri, this vintage highlights the estate’s mastery in crafting Cabernet-based wines with Italian soul and Bordeaux structure.
Tasting Notes
Showing classic Sassicaia character, the 2004 opens with aromas of blackcurrant, dried herbs, and cedar, layered with subtle notes of tobacco, violets, and crushed stone. The palate is linear and focused, delivering bright acidity, fine tannins, and a long, mineral-laced finish. A wine of finesse, tension, and age-worthy elegance.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
The blend is traditionally **85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc**, harvested from vines planted in the stony, well-drained soils of the Tenuta San Guido estate. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel with maceration on the skins for 15 days, followed by **24 months of aging in French oak barriques**, with a small portion of new oak, before further refinement in bottle.
Investment & Collectibility
Highly regarded among collectors, the **2004 vintage** is a standout in Sassicaia’s modern history. Its balance and aging potential have kept demand high on the secondary market, making it an essential addition to any fine Italian wine collection. Perfect for your collection.
Vintage Insights
The 2004 growing season in Bolgheri was cool and steady, with ideal conditions throughout the summer and harvest. The resulting wines are known for their precision, aromatic clarity, and refined tannic structure—hallmarks of a top Sassicaia vintage.
- 96 points – Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
- 95 points – Wine Spectator
- 94 points – Vinous
Explore Related Collections
2004 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia – Benchmark Super Tuscan from Bolgheri
The 2004 Sassicaia from Tenuta San Guido captures the elegance and longevity that define this iconic Super Tuscan wine. Sourced from the coastal vineyards of Bolgheri, this vintage highlights the estate’s mastery in crafting Cabernet-based wines with Italian soul and Bordeaux structure.
Tasting Notes
Showing classic Sassicaia character, the 2004 opens with aromas of blackcurrant, dried herbs, and cedar, layered with subtle notes of tobacco, violets, and crushed stone. The palate is linear and focused, delivering bright acidity, fine tannins, and a long, mineral-laced finish. A wine of finesse, tension, and age-worthy elegance.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
The blend is traditionally **85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc**, harvested from vines planted in the stony, well-drained soils of the Tenuta San Guido estate. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel with maceration on the skins for 15 days, followed by **24 months of aging in French oak barriques**, with a small portion of new oak, before further refinement in bottle.
Investment & Collectibility
Highly regarded among collectors, the **2004 vintage** is a standout in Sassicaia’s modern history. Its balance and aging potential have kept demand high on the secondary market, making it an essential addition to any fine Italian wine collection. Perfect for your collection.
Vintage Insights
The 2004 growing season in Bolgheri was cool and steady, with ideal conditions throughout the summer and harvest. The resulting wines are known for their precision, aromatic clarity, and refined tannic structure—hallmarks of a top Sassicaia vintage.
- 96 points – Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
- 95 points – Wine Spectator
- 94 points – Vinous
Explore Related Collections
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