{"product_id":"tenuta-san-guido-le-difese-2023-toscana-igt","title":"Tenuta San Guido, Le Difese 2023 Toscana IGT","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 2;\"\u003e Italy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eRegion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 2;\"\u003e Tuscany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eGrape Variety \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e 65% Sangiovese, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eVintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 2;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2023\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eABV \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e14%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTenuta San Guido Le Difese 2023 Toscana IGT is an elegant Super Tuscan red wine\u003c\/strong\u003e that perfectly balances Italian tradition with Bordeaux-style structure. Crafted by the legendary Tenuta San Guido, producers of iconic wines like \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/search?q=sassicaia\" title=\"Sassicaia Wine Collection\"\u003eSassicaia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, Le Difese offers fantastic quality, vibrant fruit, and refined tannins at a remarkable value. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Critics’ Scores \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTop Ratings\u003cbr\u003e• 93 Points – Falstaff: A highly praised score highlighting its ripe cherry and mulberry notes coupled with savoury, persistent finish. \u003cbr\u003e• 92\/100 – Decanter (James Button): Bright, balanced with ripe dark fruits and soft yet structured tannins, excellent introduction to the estate. \u003cbr\u003e• 18.5–19\/20 – Matthew Jukes: Recognised for its expressive profile and charm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview \u0026amp; Key Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProducer: Tenuta San Guido\u003cbr\u003eWine: Le Difese 2023\u003cbr\u003eAppellation: Toscana IGT\u003cbr\u003eGrape Blend: 65% \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/sangiovese\" title=\"Sangiovese Wine Collection\"\u003eSangiovese\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, 35% \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/cabernet-sauvignon\" title=\"Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Collection\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Tuscany, Italy\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 14% ABV\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Medium-full bodied red\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Season \u0026amp; Conditions – Tuscany 2023\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2023 vintage in Tuscany generally delivered very favourable conditions for ripening. After winter rains replenished water reserves, spring moderated temperatures and a hot, dry late summer\/autumn promoted full phenolic maturity and rich aromatics. Late‑August showers helped slow harvest timing, enhancing flavour development and colour extraction in the grapes.\u003cbr\u003eSome disease pressure, especially peronospora (downy mildew), affected parts of the region, slightly reducing Sangiovese yields, resulting in a 65% Sangiovese\/35% Cabernet Sauvignon blend in this vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAppearance: Bright ruby red with enticing depth. \u003cbr\u003eNose: Fresh and inviting aromas of cherry, mulberry and blood orange with subtle herbal and floral notes. \u003cbr\u003ePalate: A juicy core of wild berries and pomegranate is wrapped in elegant, finely-meshed tannins. The wine’s medium-full body is balanced by crisp acidity and a savoury finish. \u003cbr\u003eTexture: Silky, fresh, and approachable with impressive length. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings \u0026amp; Serving Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLe Difese 2023 is versatile at the table and pairs beautifully with:\u003cbr\u003e✔ Classic Tuscan dishes – pappardelle with ragù or wild boar\u003cbr\u003e✔ Grilled lamb chops or beef steak\u003cbr\u003e✔ Aged pecorino and Parmigiano-Reggiano\u003cbr\u003e✔ Mushroom risotto or game birds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServing Suggestion: Decant 30–45 minutes before serving at 16–18°C for best expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy Le Difese 2023?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Heritage Wine from Tenuta San Guido: From the same estate that revolutionised Italian wine with Sassicaia. \u003cbr\u003e• Outstanding Value: Critically acclaimed yet far more accessible than many Super Tuscans. \u003cbr\u003e• Age Worthy: Enjoy now or cellar for 3–8 years to unlock additional complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead our Blog on \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/the-history-of-tenuta-san-guido-birthplace-of-the-legendary-sassicaia\" title=\"Tenuta San Guido\"\u003eTenuta San Guido\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover other vintages of this wine: \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/products\/le-difese-2017\" title=\"Tenuta San Guido, Le Difese 2017 Toscana IGT\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e2017\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/products\/tenuta-san-guido-le-difese-2018\" title=\"Tenuta San Guido, Le Difese 2018 Toscana IGT\"\u003e2018\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Tenuta San Guido, Le Difese 2019 Toscana IGT\" href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/products\/tenuta-san-guido-le-difese-2019-toscana-igt\"\u003e2019\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/products\/tenuta-san-guido-le-difese-2021-toscana-igt-copy\" title=\"Tenuta San Guido, Le Difese 2021 Toscana IGT\"\u003e2020\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Tenuta San Guido, Le Difese 2021 Toscana IGT\" href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/products\/tenuta-san-guido-le-difese-2021-toscana-igt-copy\"\u003e2021\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/products\/tenuta-san-guido-le-difese-2022-toscana-igt\" title=\"Tenuta San Guido, Le Difese 2022 Toscana IGT\"\u003e2022\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Tenuta San Guido, Le Difese 2024 Toscana IGT\" href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/products\/tenuta-san-guido-le-difese-2024-toscana-igt\"\u003e2024\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore More Italian Fine Wines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou may also enjoy:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/search?q=bolgheri\" title=\"Bolgheri wines\"\u003eOther Bolgheri wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/super-tuscans\" title=\"Super Tuscan Wines\"\u003ePremium Super Tuscans\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/italian-wines?pf_p_price=40%3A1395\u0026amp;pf_t_type=Red+Wine\u0026amp;sort=price-descending\" title=\"Age Worthy Italian Red Wines\"\u003eAge-worthy Italian reds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/italian-wines?sort=price-descending\" title=\"Italian Wine Collection\"\u003eBrowse our Italian collection to discover your next cellar addition.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs – Super Tuscan Wine Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQ: What makes Le Difese different from Sassicaia?\u003cbr\u003eA: Le Difese is more approachable in style and price, blending Sangiovese with Cabernet Sauvignon. Sassicaia is exclusively Bordeaux varietals and carries higher complexity and ageing potential. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is 2023 a good vintage for this wine?\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Ideal growing conditions produced ripe fruit and balanced structure, leading to strong critic scores for the 2023 vintage. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How long can I cellar this wine?\u003cbr\u003eA: While enjoyable upon release, Le Difese 2023 will benefit from 3–8 years of cellar age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What food pairs well with this wine?\u003cbr\u003eA: Rich pasta grilled red meats, aged cheeses, and tomato-based dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConclusion – Exceptional Everyday Luxury\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTenuta San Guido Le Difese 2023 Toscana IGT stands out as a quintessential Super Tuscan wine that offers both character and value. With strong critical acclaim and rich, complex flavours, this bottle is perfect for collectors and everyday wine lovers alike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Divine Fine Wines","offers":[{"title":"75cl \/ Tax Included","offer_id":51659811357015,"sku":null,"price":28.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"6x75cl Case \/ In Bond Price","offer_id":51610744258903,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"6x75cl Case \/ Tax Included","offer_id":51659811389783,"sku":null,"price":171.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/5334\/6391\/files\/Le-Difese-2023.jpg?v=1757271363","url":"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/products\/tenuta-san-guido-le-difese-2023-toscana-igt","provider":"Divine Fine Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}