COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Malbec
PRODUCER
Vinicola Patacon
REGION
Unknown
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Leone El Rojo Sabroso is a red wine from Vinicola Patacon, produced in Chile. The wine is a blend primarily featuring Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, and Malbec. Vinicola Patacon, founded in 1982 by brothers Ricardo and Pedro Toro Espinosa, is a family-owned company dedicated to sustainable wine production. The region of Chile, situated below the Andes slopes, provides diverse growing conditions. This wine stands out for its commitment to sustainability, including organic certification and its packaging in an environmentally friendly PET bottle, contributing to a lower carbon footprint. The 2023 vintage is noted for its fruity and nuanced character.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€12
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Packaged in an eco-friendly 1-liter PET bottle.
Fact 02
Certified Sustainable Chile.
Fact 03
Family-owned winery since 1982.
Fact 04
A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, and Malbec.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Leone El Rojo Sabroso is produced by Vinicola Patacon in Chile. The wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, and Malbec. Key winemaking techniques include oak barrel aging, which contributes to the wine's structure and complexity. The producer, Vinicola Patacon, is committed to sustainability, evidenced by organic certification and the use of environmentally friendly PET bottles. The 2023 vintage is noted for its fruit-forward character. The winery's philosophy integrates traditional methods with innovative, sustainable practices.
