So being invited to dinner to your daughter’s best friend’s parents’ house (that’s a mouthful) can be a bit harrowing. First thing that comes to my mind is, “Can they cook? LOL. Second, do they even like wine? Thankfully, in this case, I had met them a handful of times already so I felt comfortable on both counts. Dinner was casual and comfortable, just the way I like it.
We started the evening with a great glass of Bourbon, huddling around the kitchen to bear witness to Kass’ culinary expertise. She made a wonderful shrimp jambalaya that was just divine and thankfully paired great with a bottle of 2012 Tenuta San Guido Guidalberto, Sassicaia’s baby brother. The touch of heat that the jambalaya offered complemented the spicy notes that this Tuscan gem brought to the table.
I’m sure many of you have heard it before, but Sassicaia is probably the most collectible Italian wine to come out of Italy. This historic wine is single-handedly responsible for launching the Super Tuscan movement and remains one of the most sought-after wines in the world. At $37.95, Guidalberto is a fabulous way to be introduced to this style at an affordable price. The 2012 vintage received 93 points from James Suckling, and he called it “one of the best ever.” This is a fantastic wine and must-buy to pick up for spring and summer entertaining.
2012 San Guido Guildalberto – 93 JS
“Aromas of blackberry and blueberry, with hints of wet earth and spices such as cloves. Full body with round, chewy tannins but polished and caressing. A juicy, succulent finish. One of the best ever.” – James Suckling