{"product_id":"le-difese-tenuta-san-guido-2023-75cl","title":"Le Difese, Tenuta San Guido 2023 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eLe Difese is the everyday entry point to the Tenuta San Guido stable, and it is a smart bit of blending. Cabernet Sauvignon meets Sangiovese here, marrying the Bolgheri estate's Bordeaux heritage with Tuscany's native grape for a wine that is both familiar and distinctly Italian.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade at the same Bolgheri estate behind Sassicaia, Le Difese is built for the table rather than the cellar. The Sangiovese brings bright acidity, red cherry and a savoury, food-friendly edge, while the Cabernet adds colour, dark fruit and a little backbone. It sees a shorter time in oak, keeping the fruit fresh and lively.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 should show a medium ruby colour and a nose of red and black cherry, plum, dried herbs and a touch of sweet spice. The palate is medium-bodied and juicy, with tangy acidity, gentle tannins and a savoury finish that begs for food. This is not a blockbuster; it is a well-made, versatile Italian red with the San Guido touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt around £23 it is honest value and a reliable midweek bottle from a serious address. Drink over the next three to four years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Serve\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe at 16-18C in a standard red wine glass. No decanting needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere to Drink It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBancone in Covent Garden for fresh pasta. Padella in Borough for pici cacio e pepe. Trullo in Highbury for a casual Italian dinner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTomato-rich pasta, or a classic margherita pizza.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"House of Decant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56963963912516,"sku":"HO36803B23","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0858\/2551\/9940\/files\/HO36803B23.png?v=1784038893","url":"https:\/\/checkout.houseofdecant.com\/products\/le-difese-tenuta-san-guido-2023-75cl","provider":"House of Decant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}