COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2011
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon 60%, Carmenère 30%, Merlot 10%
PRODUCER
Tenuta San Leonardo
REGION
Trentino-Alto Adige
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
San Leonardo is a distinguished red wine from Tenuta San Leonardo in Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy. Produced under the Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT classification, it is a blend primarily of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, and Merlot. The estate, a historic family residence for over three centuries, is managed with a philosophy centered on artisanal winemaking, freshness, and elegance. The vineyards are situated in the southern Adige valley, benefiting from a protective microclimate. The 2011 vintage, influenced by a warm growing season, offers a slightly more opulent character while maintaining the wine's renowned balance and longevity, a testament to its consistent, classic style.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€95
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Often called Italy's 'Bordeaux blend' with an Italian soul.
Fact 02
Mentored by Mario Incisa della Rocchetta, the visionary behind Sassicaia.
Fact 03
Estate has been a family residence for over 300 years.
Fact 04
The 2011 vintage received 'Tre Bicchieri' from Gambero Rosso.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for San Leonardo begins with the separate fermentation and aging of its constituent grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, and Merlot. Fermentation occurs spontaneously with indigenous yeasts in small concrete tanks. Following this, the wines undergo an initial maturation period in cement tanks. Subsequently, they are aged for 18 to 24 months in a mix of new and used barriques. The final stage involves at least one year of bottle aging before the wine is released, ensuring its development and integration.
