Sassicaia - 2005 (750ml) Rioja Alta layered Shiraz with tons of

layered Shiraz with tons of flavor

along with their 2005

A stunningly opulent wine with a dense purple color

The wine is 100% Tempranillo from an 80-year-old parcel with tiny yields

seamless Barolo is at least a few years from early maturity and should continue to drink well for many

Sassicaia - 2005 (750ml) Rioja Alta layered Shiraz with tons ofThe 2005 Sassicaia is another strong effort from Tenuta San Guido. Medium in body, it reveals an understated, delicate expression of smoke, herbs, tobacco and sweet dark fruit. The wine possesses compelling harmony and a gorgeous sense of inner perfume that flows from start to finish. This is an outstanding showing in a very challenging vintage. Sassicaia is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, with a small amount of Cabernet Franc. Anticipated maturity: 2012