The super Sassicaia. In 1997, the managing director of Champagne Louis Roderer held a tasting at the Louvre featuring the worlds thirty greatest wines, included was Italy?s grand Super Tuscan, Sassicaia. 2001 was an outstanding vintage in Tuscany, and this is the mother of all super Tuscans and still one of the worlds most acclaimed wines. Receiving a score of 94 from Wine Spectator, this masterpiece was described as ?beautiful aromas of summer fruits and hints of cream. Then turns to dried Provencal herbs, such as rosemary. Well-defined Sass. Full-bodied, with sleek, refined tannins and a silky finish. All in finesse. Classy wine. Almost chewy. Reminds me of the excellent 1997, but this is slightly better. Give it time. Best after 2008.? The term Super Tuscan was coined to describe Tuscan Sangioveses blended with Cab, a truly super mix that you should come to know, and this is one of the finest examples.