COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Terre Cevico Soc. Coop. Agr.
REGION
Emilia-Romagna
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Leale Sangiovese is a red wine from the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy, produced by Terre Cevico Soc. Coop. Agr. The wine is made primarily from Sangiovese grapes, adhering to the Romagna Sangiovese DOC or Rubicone IGT appellations. Terre Cevico, established in 1963, operates as a cooperative with a philosophy of supporting local growers while maintaining quality and sustainability. The name 'Leale' signifies honesty and loyalty, reflecting the wine's character. The region of Emilia-Romagna offers a varied terroir that influences the Sangiovese grape's expression.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€6
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Sangiovese's name is thought to derive from 'sanguis Jovis,' meaning 'blood of Jupiter'.
Fact 02
The first documented mention of Sangiovese dates back to 1672 in Faenza, Emilia-Romagna.
Fact 03
Leale is Italian for 'honest' or 'loyal'.
Fact 04
This wine is available in eco-friendly cardboard packaging.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Leale Sangiovese involves destemming and crushing the Sangiovese grapes, followed by fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Maceration lasts for approximately one week, with daily pumping over of the must. Malolactic fermentation is carried out after racking the wine off its lees. The producer, Terre Cevico, operates a large cooperative model, processing a significant volume of grapes annually.
