92POINTS
17/20
Sassicaia 2008
Bolgheri, Tuscany, ItalySpicy, cassis, peppery, black olive, chocolate, plum, tobacco leaf, savoury, thyme, balsamic, cranberry, vanilla and menthol aromas. Dry, elegant, fresh, slightly tight palate but good finesse. Cassis, cranberry, peppery, tobacco, black olive, gamey, chocolate, liquorice, vanilla cream flavours with a touch of green herbs. Good finesse and balance in a fresher, lighter style.Tasted: 20 November 2011Tasted by: Stuart TobePrices:QC | $175.00 | 750ml | |
BC | $190.00 | 750ml | speculative listing - Whitehall Agencies |
ON | $150.00 | 750ml | |
MB | $195.00 | 750ml | |
AB | $185.00 | 750ml | private wine shops |
Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon - Cabernet FrancCSPC: 145383UPC: 00084692492008