The Sassicaia 2002 is one of the few wines of this vintage that was honered with "3 bicchieri" (3 glasses, the highest award) in the Guide "Vini 2006" by Gambero Rosso and the "5 grappoli" (5 clusters, the highest award) in the Guide "Duemilavini 2006" by the A.I.S. (Italian Sommelier Association).

 

 

The Sassicaia hallmarks shine through even in this difficult vintage: elegant, slightly closed on the nose, silky-smooth entry on the palate and compact tannins in the finish. Less berry fruit, more savoury mineral character but still lovely balance and good prospects for midterm. 2006 - 2010. £62.70 Arm.

 

Very brisk, smooth, seductive nose. Smart, sweet, nose that convinces the taster, in the way of Bordeaux first growth, thay only the finest Frensh oak has been used. Gentle, winning texture but pretty expensive (£575 in bond per dozen from John Armit). Already a first and satisfying mouthful displaying mild, Lafite-like charm. There is a quality and vigour here and the wine should have a long life.

A good wine to counter 2002's reputation in Italy.

 

 

On June 18, 2004 Marchese Nicolò was chosen to become part of the Primum Familiae Vini, the "first families of wine", known as PFV.

The PFV is an international association limited to a maximum of 12 wine families. Officially created in 1993, membership is by invitation only and all decisions have to be approved unanimously.

 

 

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