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Tenuta San Guido - Grappa da Vinacce di Sassicaia

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Tasting notes

Grappa da Vinacce di Sassicaia comes from fresh pomace of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, distilled by Jacopo Poli and aged for 4 years in barriques and then for 6 months in Sassicaia barrels. It is a soft, majestic and structured vintage grappa with delicate and floral aromas and hints of dried fruit and vanilla.

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Provenance

Type
Grappa
Producer
Tenuta San Guido
Country
Italy

Technical

Serving
18° - 20° C

Key characteristics

About this grappa

Tenuta San Guido is a renowned Italian winery located in the Bolgheri region of Tuscany, famous for producing some of the finest wines in the world, including the iconic Sassicaia. In addition to their world-class wines, Tenuta San Guido also produces a premium grappa made from the pomace of their Sassicaia grapes. The Grappa da Vinacce di Sassicaia is a clear, aromatic spirit that is distilled from the leftover grape skins, seeds, and stems after the wine has been made.

This process gives the grappa a unique flavour profile that is distinct from the wine. The grappa is aged for a minimum of 18 months in oak barrels, which imparts a smooth, mellow character to the spirit. The history of grappa production in Italy dates back centuries, and Tenuta San Guido has been producing their own grappa for many years.

The Grappa da Vinacce di Sassicaia is made using traditional methods, with a focus on preserving the natural flavours and aromas of the grapes. The grappa is bottled at 40% ABV, which is the standard strength for most grappas. In terms of the type of wine or spirit produced by Tenuta San Guido, the Grappa da Vinacce di Sassicaia is a premium grappa that is made exclusively from the pomace of their Sassicaia grapes.

This means that the grappa has a unique flavour profile that is distinct from other grappas on the market. The grappa is best enjoyed as a digestif, served neat or on the rocks. Overall, the Grappa da Vinacce di Sassicaia is a premium spirit that is a testament to the quality and tradition of Tenuta San Guido.

The grappa is made using traditional methods, with a focus on preserving the natural flavours and aromas of the grapes. The result is a smooth, mellow spirit that is perfect for sipping after a meal.

Sassicaia Nocturne

Ingredients

  • 45 ml Tenuta San Guido Grappa da Vinacce di Sassicaia
  • 30 ml Amaro Nonino
  • 20 ml fresh lemon juice
  • 15 ml honey syrup (1:1 ratio)
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 egg white

Method

  1. Add grappa, amaro, lemon juice, honey syrup, bitters, and egg white to a cocktail shaker without ice.
  2. Dry shake vigorously for 10 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
  3. Add a large handful of ice to the shaker.
  4. Shake for 15 seconds until well-chilled.
  5. Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into the prepared glass.

Serve

Coupe glass chilled with ice water beforehand. Garnish with a thin strip of Sassicaia wine-soaked dried orange peel placed horizontally across the rim. Top the cocktail with a delicate layer of fine egg white foam. Serve with a single large ice sphere on the side.

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In the 1920s Marchese Mario della Rocchetta dreamt of creating a ‘thoroughbred wine’ and for him, like for the aristocracy of the time, the ideal was Bordeaux. No one had ever dared to produce a Bordeaux blend on Italian soil…

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