Opinions sur 2023 Le Difese (1,5L)

Falstaff: 93

"Intense bright ruby red colour. Present and appealing nose, rich notes of cherry, mulberry and blood orange. Lots of juicy cherry on the palate, finely-meshed tannins, savoury and persistent."

Decanter: 92

"A zesty burst of raspberry and pomegranate is followed by ripe dark fruit, wrapped in soft, open-knit tannins. Despite the challenges of the 2023 growing season, the wine radiates energy. Bright and well balanced, it is a delightful introduction to the estate"

jamessuckling.com: 90

"A bright, fragrant and fruity wine with aromas of red cherries, violets and forest floor. Juicy and crisp on the palate, with a light to medium body and chalky tannins. Medium length and very fragrant. Easy drinking. Second wine of Sassicaia. Drink now."

Antonio Galloni, Vinous: 91

"The 2023 Le Difese is a gorgeous wine from Tenuta San Guido. Fresh, aromatic and inviting, the 2023 is all charm. Floral notes meld into a core of crushed red berry fruit, mint, spice and white pepper. Medium in body and gracious, Le Difese is an absolute delight. As always, Le Difese is a blend of deselected lots from Sassicaia and Guidalberto, plus some purchased Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon. In 2023, Sangiovese was challenged by the growing season, so the blend includes more Cabernet Sauvignon. This is an impressive effort for a year that required constant vigilance in the vineyard because of frequent rain and elevated disease pressure."