Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2022 Double Magnum 3L

The 2022 vintage in Bolgheri was marked by a hot growing season but helped by a favorable microclimate that preserved freshness and balance. Soils are calcareous and stony (galestro, clay, pebble) on slopes averaging 100-400 m elevation with west/south-west exposure. The blend is approximately 88% Cabernet Sauvignon and 12% Cabernet Franc, aged for ~23-24 months in French oak.

The wine opens with intense aromas of blackberries, black cherry, and dark plum, underscored by fragrant violet, rosemary, and sage-garrigue. On the palate it is medium- to full-bodied and impeccably structured, revealing layers of graphite, cedar, and iron minerality, framed by polished tannins, vibrant acidity, and a long, elegant finish.

For optimal enjoyment, this Sassicaia 2022 is best from 2028 through 2045, with peak complexity expected around 2030-2040. It’s built for long-term aging, and while impressive now, it will reward patience.