Tenuta San LeonardoVette di San Leonardo Sauvignon Blanc 2023

Product code: 18045
£19.15 inc VAT
Country
Country: Italy
Type
Alcohol
Alcohol: 12.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
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Country
Country: Italy
Type
Alcohol
Alcohol: 12.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape: 100% Sauvignon Blanc

Product Notes

The Tenuta San Leonardo Vette di San Leonardo Sauvignon Blanc is a wonderfully aromatic revelation from Northern Italy. Its cool-climate origins impart a thrilling freshness, unveiling succulent citrus notes, zesty limes and crisp green apples on the palate. Delicate nuances of elderflower and cut grass add complexity. This wine beautifully expresses the exceptional terroir of San Leonardo Estate, with a purity characteristic to its varietal. A mature palate would appreciate its vibrant acidity and long, mineral finish. Perfect for seafaring fare or as an apéritif, this Sauvignon Blanc is a true gem for any passionate wine enthusiast. Cheers!

Tasting Notes

Vette is named for the imposing peaks that rise above its Sauvignon Blanc vineyard, and it is the true height of refreshing crispness and earthy minerality.

About the Winery

Tenuta San Leonardo

Nestled in the breathtaking landscape of Trentino Alto Adige, Italy, stands the grand Tenuta San Leonardo winery. A sanctuary of tradition, elegance and unparalleled Italian hospitality, it has been carving its name in the world of fine wines for several centuries. This historic, family-owned estate prides itself on producing wines that are an alchemic blend of the land's time-honoured terroir, coupled with the estate's innovative wine-making techniques.

Spanning an area of 300 hectares, the beautifully rustic estate is enough to charm one’s heart. It is a captivating fusion of terracotta-roofed cellars, charming vineyards stretching far into the horizon, and an opulent historical residence that whispers tales of historic Italian grandeur. Reflective of the winery's rich tradition, Bardolino, Carmenere, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes enjoy the Mediterranean climate of the vineyards, providing the perfect conditions necessary for producing their signature Bordeaux-style wines.

For wine connoisseurs and lovers alike, Tenuta San Leonardo presents an intimidating catalogue of wines to indulge in. Notably, iconic and internationally acclaimed wines such as San Leonardo, Villa Gresti and Terre di San Leonardo have graced the palates of the world's most esteemed wine enthusiasts. Each meticulously crafted vintage is a testament to the estate's careful preservation of its cultural heritage, stirred with the excitement of innovation and refinement.

However, a visit to the Tenuta San Leonardo winery goes beyond mere wine tasting, while embracing the heart of Italian culture. Visitors are granted a unique opportunity to explore the cellars, wander through tranquil vineyards, and even indulge in wine tastings alongside the estate's eminent winemakers.

With Tenuta San Leonardo, you’re not just sipping wine: you’re savouring centuries of dedication, craftsmanship, and a deep-rooted love of winemaking, that continues to enchant connoisseurs to this day. Surely, a sip of any of the exquisite wines, is an adventure in itself, transporting you back in time and space to the very soil of Trentino Alto Adige.

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