Tenuta San Guido Guidalberto 2006, Tuscany, Italy

The Guidalberto from Tenuta San Guido is a terrific Tuscan second wine from Sassicaia's producer. Different sites suggest different ratios of Cab, Merlot and Sangiovese, from 40/40/20 to 45/45/10, and I have no idea which it is. Dark purple, opaque, ring is very clear. Nose is aromatic, dark fruits, some cigar box, a bit of spice. The taste is a bit more Sangiovese than I expected, but quite good. It's not a heavy wine despite the significant Cab component. It went well with Italian red sauce and meatballs. I would have liked more weight, but the flavors were intense and lasting. Good balance, nice acidity to go with the food. The tannins were a bit hard at first, and after half an hour decanted they softened a bit, this wine could use a few years of aging and will improve I think. Around $65. Tasted January 2010.