Tenuta San Guido Le Difese IGT 2023 13,5% Vol. 0,75l
£26.96
Tenuta San Guido Le Difese IGT 2023 is an elegant yet characterful red wine from Tuscany with 13.5% vol. that bears the signature of one of Italy’s most important wineries: Tenuta San Guido – world-famous for the legendary Sassicaia. With Le Difese, the winery presents a “little brother” of Sassicaia, but one with a distinctive profile, international stature and an outstanding price-pleasure ratio.
The cuvée of the 2023 vintage consists of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Sangiovese – a combination that unites the structure and flavour of Cabernet with the freshness and elegance of Sangiovese. The grapes come from the Tenuta’s own vineyards, located in the gentle hills of the Maremma near Bolgheri, where the combination of sun, sea influence and calcareous soil creates ideal conditions for expressive red wines. The wine is aged for several months in second and third passage French barriques in order to preserve the fruit and yet give the wine fine depth and structure.
Tasting NoteIn the glass, Le Difese has an intense ruby red colour with purple hues. The nose reveals aromas of dark cherries, redcurrants and cassis, accompanied by delicate notes of tobacco, Mediterranean herbs and fine vanilla. On the palate, it is balanced, juicy and elegant with fresh acidity, ripe tannins and a harmonious balance between fruit, spice and fine wood. The finish is smooth, medium-bodied and pleasantly long.
Le Difese is an ideal accompaniment to pasta with meat sauces, grilled beef or lamb, savoury antipasti, porcini mushroom dishes or mature pecorino. It also impresses as a stylish everyday wine with Tuscan charm thanks to its versatility and depth. For connoisseurs looking for an introduction to the world of Supertuscans, the Tenuta San Guido Le Difese 2023 offers authenticity, class and origin in perfect balance.
Description
Tenuta San Guido Le Difese IGT 2023 is an elegant yet characterful red wine from Tuscany with 13.5% vol. that bears the signature of one of Italy’s most important wineries: Tenuta San Guido – world-famous for the legendary Sassicaia. With Le Difese, the winery presents a “little brother” of Sassicaia, but one with a distinctive profile, international stature and an outstanding price-pleasure ratio.
The cuvée of the 2023 vintage consists of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Sangiovese – a combination that unites the structure and flavour of Cabernet with the freshness and elegance of Sangiovese. The grapes come from the Tenuta’s own vineyards, located in the gentle hills of the Maremma near Bolgheri, where the combination of sun, sea influence and calcareous soil creates ideal conditions for expressive red wines. The wine is aged for several months in second and third passage French barriques in order to preserve the fruit and yet give the wine fine depth and structure.
Tasting NoteIn the glass, Le Difese has an intense ruby red colour with purple hues. The nose reveals aromas of dark cherries, redcurrants and cassis, accompanied by delicate notes of tobacco, Mediterranean herbs and fine vanilla. On the palate, it is balanced, juicy and elegant with fresh acidity, ripe tannins and a harmonious balance between fruit, spice and fine wood. The finish is smooth, medium-bodied and pleasantly long.
Le Difese is an ideal accompaniment to pasta with meat sauces, grilled beef or lamb, savoury antipasti, porcini mushroom dishes or mature pecorino. It also impresses as a stylish everyday wine with Tuscan charm thanks to its versatility and depth. For connoisseurs looking for an introduction to the world of Supertuscans, the Tenuta San Guido Le Difese 2023 offers authenticity, class and origin in perfect balance.
