Tasting Notes
JancisRobinson.com 16.5
Sassicaia’s little brother made from 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot from a very satisfactory vintage. There is so much Tuscan tang to this wine that I wouldn’t be remotely surprised if someone told me it contained a little of Tuscany’s signature grape Sangiovese. This is appetising rather than luscious. Nicely balanced and much more accessible now than the current 2017 vintage of Sassicaia. No more than medium bodied. Clean and neat.
Anticipated maturity: 2020-2024
Robert Parker 92
A deft and bright blend to serve with a platter of creamy Camembert wedges, the 2018 Guidalberto is 60% Cabernet Sauvignon supplemented with 40% Merlot, showing a smooth and silky delivery of aromas with black fruit and sour cherry backed by spice, pressed flower and tilled earth. These are fragrant and delicate results fitted to a medium-weight finish that is driven by freshness and elegant tannins. This is an important release of 415,000 bottles.
Anticipated maturity: 2020-2030
