Description
History
Tenuta San Leonardo is located in the town of the same name in the province of Trento, near Lake Garda. The estate is a former convent rich in history where, in 1724, the Guerrieri Gonzaga family entered, where viticulture was already practiced in the surrounding lands. Between the nineteenth and twentieth centuries there was a reorganization of the company thanks to the father of the Marquis Carlo, who in turn, a great enthusiast of international wines, revolutionized the winemaking practices. After study trips to Tuscany and Bordeaux, his experiences were successfully brought back into the family business with great results.
Grapes used
Cabernet Sauvignon 50%
Merlot 40%
Carmenere 10%
Production method
The fermentation process takes place inside concrete tanks, followed by a long period of maceration of the pomace with frequent daily pumping over operations. After this phase, the wine matures for 18 months, of which 80% in large oak barrels from Slavonia with a capacity of 60 hectoliters and the remaining 20% in barriques. Subsequently, it undergoes bottle aging for a further 6 months.
Alcohol content
13%
Tasting notes
Brilliant ruby red colour. On the nose the perfume opens in a generous and fruity way, enriched by subtle herbaceous nuances. In the mouth, it captures attention with an impeccable balance between softness, freshness and a well-defined tannic structure, giving a solemn tasting experience. The finish is characterized by dry and pleasantly bitter notes, which whisper ancestral stories of forests, mountains and enchanting meadows.
Possible combinations
Suitable with dishes such as red meats, roasts, mountain products such as mushrooms and mature cheeses.
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