Full-bodied and well balanced, whilst displaying elegance in a glass!
Tasting Notes
Deep ruby red with violet tinges; pronounced aromas of ripe red fruit, currant jam and raspberries with hints of plum and black pepper; full-bodied, well balanced and fresh. Medium long fnish, with a fruity and spicy aftertaste.
Vinification
The grapes are destemmed and fermented at a controlled temperature of 22-24 °C for 8-10 days; fermentation with selected yeasts and malolactic fermentation. Maturation takes place in stainless steel vessels for 3 months.
Producer
Now in its fifth generation, Paolo Leo is based in the Salento wine village of San Donaci. The story of this beautiful estate began at the turn of the twentieth century, when Antonio Leo started to vinify the grapes grown in the vineyards of “Masseria Monticello”.The winery has enjoyed constant investment over the years and is today a thoroughly modern winery, with a capacity of 120,000 hl of wine and a barrel room housing 1000 French and American oak barriques.The company is certified BRCGS/IFS, BRCGS Ethical ICEA Organic, EQUALITAS .
Specifications
| Year | 2021 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Cultivar | 100% Nero di Troia |
| Country | Italy |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% |
| Units of Alcohol |
10.1 units
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| Type | Red Wine |
| Food Matches |
An excellent choice with roasts, game, cheeses and cured meats; first courses with intense and well seasoned sauces.
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| Cellaring Potential | Awaiting info |
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Allergen Information
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Contain sulphites |
| Region | Puglia |
| Appellation | IGP Salento |
