Bolgheri, Tuscany, Italy — 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc
Tasting Notes:
A remarkably composed Sassicaia, the 2022 vintage delivers concentrated layers of blackcurrant, plum, blood orange and wild cherry lifted by hints of graphite, cedar, tobacco leaf, and Mediterranean herbs. The palate is finely structured with vertical tension, supple yet firm tannins, and a core of bright acidity that gives the wine drive and definition. Subtle oak integration and a long, mineral-accented finish reflect both pedigree and precision. Though still tightly coiled in its youth, it shows tremendous promise as it unfurls with time.
Why It’s Special:
Critical Acclaim: 98 points (James Suckling), 98 points (Wine Enthusiast), 97+ (Wine Advocate), 97+ (Jeb Dunnuck), 97 (Decanter), 95 (Wine Spectator). A consistent wave of high-level praise underscores the elegance and balance of this warm-vintage release.
Cellaring Potential: While already showing impressive harmony, 2022 Sassicaia will benefit greatly from patience. Ideal drinking begins around 2028–2030, with peak maturity projected between 2035–2045, and potential longevity beyond that in optimal cellar conditions.
A wine worthy of a milestone celebration or a collector’s cellar—powerful, refined, and built for the long game.