It’s time to introduce you to Sassicaia’s little sibling—Le Difese, from the iconic Tuscan winery Tenuta San Guido! More approachable, less formal, and with a much friendlier price tag, it’s the perfect way to bring a touch of Italian luxury into your everyday life. The 2023 vintage even scored 92 points from Decanter and 90 points from Suckling!
Back in the 1920s, Marchese Mario Incisa della Rocchetta dreamed of creating a “Thoroughbred” wine—something purebred and powerful, just like the horses he loved. Inspired by Bordeaux, he began experimenting and eventually created one of the most famous Cabernet blends outside of France: Sassicaia. But Tenuta San Guido didn’t stop there. Knowing that Sassicaia’s price might be out of reach for some, they crafted Le Difese to offer a more accessible taste of their elegance and greatness.
Le Difese Tenuta San Guido is a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Sangiovese. After malolactic fermentation, the wine ages for 4 months in stainless steel tanks, followed by 6–8 months in French oak barrels that previously held Sassicaia and Guidalberto.
What sets Le Difese apart is its elegance, incredible structure, and velvety tannins—a wine that punches well above its weight and brings a bit of Tuscan magic to any table.
