Rrchest

1991 Bolgheri Red Blend

Bolgheri Sassicaia Tenuta San Guido Rrchest is an exceptional red blend hailing from the prestigious Bolgheri region of Italy. With its captivating red hue, this vintage from 1991 showcases the winery's commitment to excellence. The wine offers a full-bodied experience, gracefully balanced by high acidity that brings vibrancy and liveliness to each sip. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing delightful notes of dark berries, cherry, and subtle undertones of spice. Tannins are notable yet refined, contributing to a structured mouthfeel that enhances its complexity. This well-crafted offering is dry, making it an excellent choice for pairing with rich dishes, and is sure to impress any wine enthusiast.

Tasting notes:

Blackcurrant

Tobacco

Cedar

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

Bolgheri

The birthplace of cult wine Sassicaia and the "Super Tuscan" movement, Bolgheri DOC is a fascinating recent addition to Italian wine history. For fans of silky Bordeaux-style reds, Bolgheri's nonconformist blends of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Sangiovese are second to none. Lying in a coastal area of central Tuscany called Alta Maremma (which was swampland until it was drained in the 1930s), Bolgheri's sloping, gravelly terroir is quite distinct from the Chianti hills. A local winemaker planted Bordeaux grapes here after WWII, and in 1978 his Sassicaia won first place at a blind tasting of Bordeaux wines. The rest is history. Bolgheri's Vermentino-based whites, while less famous, are also well worth seeking out. The DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) designation for Italian wines was introduced in the 1960s. It is the main classification system used in the country and regulates what winemakers can and cannot do regarding wine style, varietal restrictions, minimum and maximum alcohol levels, aging techniques and growing regions.

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