Le Difese 2024 Tenuta San Guido

The latest addition to Tenuta San Guido’s portfolio, Le Difese, made its debut with the 2002 vintage. This wine marries the hallmark elegance of Cabernet Sauvignon (25%), the signature variety of the estate, with the quintessential Tuscan charm of Sangiovese (75%), sourced from the Montespertoli and Chianti Rufina regions. Named after the wild boar tusks depicted on the label, Le Difese is Tenuta San Guido’s warm welcome to guests from around the globe. The 2024 Le Difese is bright, fragrant and fruity wine with aromas of red cherries, violets and forest floor. Juicy and crisp on the palate, with a light to medium body and chalky tannins.

 “A soft and youthful wine that also includes selected lots from Sassicaia and Guidalberto. Its approachable style and delicate structure make it extremely enjoyable even in the early months of bottle ageing.” Carlo Paoli, Head of Winemaking at Tenuta San Guido

“The 2024 has a bright, buoyant profile, leaning into lifted red fruit, layered with hints of violet, Mediterranean herbs and a light touch of sweet spice. On the palate, it’s lively and vibrant, driven by fresh acidity and fine tannins that give shape without weight. This is not a blockbuster vintage, instead it delivers clarity, energy and effortless drinkability, finishing clean and savoury with red fruit and a subtle herbal note. A pleasurable food-friendly wine you’ll want to pour again.” Svetoslav Manolev, MS