Tenuta San Guido Le Difese Toscana 2022 / 2023

The 2023 Le Difese shows a beautiful intensity of fruit, softness, and pleasantness of well-integrated tannins. Marked aromaticity with hints of fresh berries, beautiful complexity on the nose in terms of aromas, very intense. Good freshness and perfect balanced tannins, supported by a non-invasive structure, which wraps well on the palate making the wine pleasant and easy to drink.

Pair with grilled steak or steak salad, hamburgers and other casual but flavorful beef dishes. This wine has good acidity to compliment marinara and Bolognese sauces.

2022 Vintage Ratings

91 Points - James Suckling

Bright and attracitve aromas of raspberries and cranberries with some cedar follow through to a medium body, with fine tannins and a crunchy finish.

2023 Vintage Ratings

90 Points - James Suckling

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.

89 Points - Wine Spectator

This red is fresh and light-bodied, displaying cherry, raspberry, spice, tomato leaf and Tuscan scrub flavors. The tannins are nimble yet sinewy, leaving a light astringency on the earthy finish. Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now through 2028. 2,000 cases imported.