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Vigneti delle Dolomiti Rosso IGT 'San Leonardo' 2017 (750 ml.) Tenuta San Leonardo
Symbol of elegance and tradition, San Leonardo is a Bordeaux blend (Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Merlot) that reflects the identity of its territory. The grapes come from vineyards at an altitude of 150 to 200 m, at the foot of the Dolomites, on gravelly and draining soils. The manual harvesting allows for a rigorous selection of the bunches, followed by spontaneous fermentation in concrete tanks. The aging takes place for 24 months in French oak barrels, then at least 12 months in bottle. The result is a wine of extraordinary complexity, with notes of black fruits, spices, tobacco and a fine and elegant tannic structure. It is a red of great longevity, a symbol of refinement and stylistic coherence.
- Product Category
- Red Wine
- Denomination
- Dolomiti IGT
- Grape variety / Raw material
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Variety / Assembly
- cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, carmenère, merlot
- Vintage or Cuvée
- 2017
- Format
- 750 ml.
- Nation
- Italy
- Region
- Trentino
- Alcohol Content
- 13% vol.
- Service Temperature
- 16° C.
- Recommended Glass
- Very wide tulip glass
- Gastronomic Pairings
- Stewed Meats, Roast Meats, Aged Cheeses, Game meat, Red Meats
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites (sulfites refer to sulfur dioxide that is added to wine to preserve it, thanks to its disinfectant, antioxidant, and stabilizing action)
TSL-SAN-LEONARDO-2017
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Tenuta San Leonardo
In the enchanting setting of the Dolomites, where mighty mountains stand as guardians of a land rich in history and tradition, lies the prestigious Tenuta San Leonardo. This corner of Trentino paradise, which stretches across the green landscapes of Trentino, is known for its wines of the highest lineage, combining the grace of the alpine terroir with a winemaking savoir-faire of rare excellence.
The denomination IGT Vigneti delle Dolomiti, to which the winery belongs, already tells in its name the strength and beauty of these lands, where the cool climate and generous soils contribute to creating wines of extraordinary intensity and finesse. The Tenuta San Leonardo stands out for its devotion to a meticulous and respectful production approach, where tradition and innovation harmoniously blend to best express the potential of the cultivated grapes.
In the heart of the vineyards, there are noble and international grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, and Merlot, whose characteristics are masterfully enhanced to give life to the famous blend that has made the winery famous beyond national borders. The San Leonardo, often called the "Sassicaia of the North," is an iconic wine that embodies refinement, power, and longevity, a true symbol of the aristocracy of Italian wine. Each bottle is a sensory journey through complex aromas and balsamic notes, with a solid structure that promises surprising evolutions over time.
We invite you to discover on Vino45 the elegance and history enclosed in the labels of the Tenuta San Leonardo, an experience that will lead you through the majesty of the Dolomites and the passion of a land that lives in the glass.
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Location San Leonardo - Frazione Borghetto all'Adige (TN), Italy
Color: ruby red with garnet reflections.
Bouquet: intense hints of green pepper, sweet notes of berries on a vanilla background.
Taste: pleasantly warm, round, and with a long and intense aromatic persistence.
- Gambero Rosso 3/3
- DoctorWine: 97/100
- James Suckling: 96/100
- Robert Parker: 95/100
- Falstaff: 95/100
Overall rating: 96/100
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THE WINE
A symbol of elegance and tradition, San Leonardo is a Bordeaux blend (Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Merlot) that reflects the identity of its territory. The grapes come from vineyards at an altitude of 150 to 200 meters, at the foot of the Dolomites, on gravelly and draining soils. The manual harvest allows for a rigorous selection of the bunches, followed by spontaneous fermentation in cement tanks. The aging occurs for 24 months in French oak barriques, then at least 12 months in bottle. The result is a wine of extraordinary complexity, with notes of black fruits, spices, tobacco, and a fine and elegant tannic structure. It is a red of great longevity, a symbol of refinement and stylistic coherence.
THE ESTATE
Few other Italian wineries have managed to protect and enhance their territory in the style of the great French châteaux, as Tenuta San Leonardo has done in Trentino. A magical place, in the heart of Vallagarina, where the traces of vine cultivation date back a thousand years. A model winery, composed of hundreds of hectares of land, which hosts about thirty hectares cultivated with varieties that have become traditional: cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, carmenère, petit verdot, and merlot, as well as riesling and sauvignon blanc. Owned by the Guerrieri Gonzaga family, Tenuta San Leonardo has over the years produced some of the most iconic wines not only of Trentino but of all Italy. The namesake label, “San Leonardo,” is indeed one of the most famous and awarded Bordeaux blends in the Peninsula: a wine of incredible elegance and longevity, born in 1982 and produced only in the most significant vintages. In addition to its own vineyards, today it adds another ten hectares of rented vines, and among the rows, the utmost respect for the environment and ecosystem is constantly pursued. In the cellar, in an ideal continuity with Giacomo Tachis, since 1999 the winemaking signature has been that of the renowned oenologist Carlo Ferrini, who with care and rigor supervises all production steps. Coordinating everything and everyone is the insatiable and tireless passion of Marquis Carlo Guerrieri Gonzaga, who, assisted by his son Anselmo and the historic and irreplaceable right-hand man Luigi Tinelli, meticulously follows every single detail. The result of this combined effort is wines that stand out for their finesse and elegance, vibrant and decisive reds and whites, capable of truly evoking emotions. From “San Leonardo” to the sister labels, every bottle that leaves the estate of Borghetto all’Adige contains the truest and best essence of a territory capable of providing immense oenological satisfaction.