{"title":"San Leonardo | Trentino","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Collection_Banner_7257f444-0dbe-472a-ae48-d99b5c169e27.jpg?v=1567694087\" alt=\"San Leonardo Estate in the Vallagarina Valley, Trentino, Italy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eFor more than three centuries, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"35\"\u003eSan Leonardo estate\u003c\/b\u003e has served as the cherished home of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"95\"\u003eMarquis Guerrieri Gonzaga family\u003c\/b\u003e. Located in the picturesque \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"156\"\u003eVallagarina Valley\u003c\/b\u003e, the estate operates as a flourishing garden of vines and roses. The vineyards benefit from a truly exceptional microclimate, protected from harsh northern winds by the towering barrier of the Alps, while the valley floor absorbs and radiates the gentle warmth of nearby Lake Garda. Across fifty acres, the family meticulously cultivates their vines with a strict focus on low yields, ensuring the grapes develop remarkable depth and concentration before they are harvested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eWhile the setting is deeply traditional, the winemaking approach has evolved significantly to craft elegant reds that easily rival the finest \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"142\"\u003eBordeaux blends\u003c\/b\u003e. In the vineyards, older farming systems were replaced with more precise training methods to better manage the vine canopy, allowing varieties like \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"306\"\u003eCabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"326\"\u003eCarmenère\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"337\"\u003eCabernet Franc\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"357\"\u003eMerlot\u003c\/b\u003e to thrive. Today, the entire estate is dedicated to preserving its precious alpine ecosystem. Since converting to full \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"483\"\u003eorganic agriculture\u003c\/b\u003e in 2015, the family has introduced vibrant bee colonies to support local biodiversity and transitioned to solar power for a significant portion of the winery's energy needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe modern era of these exceptional wines truly began in the late 1960s when the estate’s farming practices were revitalised, paving the way for the inaugural San Leonardo vintage in 1982. This milestone marked a dramatic shift in how the wines were made. Instead of simply blending different grapes together straight from the vineyard, the winemakers began aging distinct parcels of wine in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"392\"\u003eoak barrels\u003c\/b\u003e, meticulously tasting and assembling the final blend in the quiet of the cellar. This careful, measured approach has secured their place among \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"547\"\u003eItaly's most respected producers\u003c\/b\u003e, resulting in wines of aristocratic finesse that showcase a beautiful balance between crisp alpine freshness and rich, dark fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSAN LEONARDO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"san-leonardo-terre-di-san-leonardo","title":"Terre di San Leonardo 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Terre di San Leonardo is an accessible and food-friendly blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Carménère grapes selected from across the San Leonardo estate. Fermented in cement tanks, 80% of the wine is aged for 18 months in big Slavonian oak barrels and the remaining 20% in French barriques for at least 6 months, followed by a minimum of 6 months rest in bottle before release. Brilliant ruby red, the aromas are fruit-rich when the wine is young, later mellowing with bottle age into ripe plum fruit layered over a faintly grassy background note. Dry, soft and well-balanced on the palate it reveals a pleasing bitter twist in the finish and good aromatic length.[#intro]A Bordeaux blend that follows in the footsteps of its 'elder brother'...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"San Leonardo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23685314445370,"sku":"A21SANLEONARDOTERRE-1","price":18.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/Terre.jpg?v=1567696175"},{"product_id":"san-leonardo-villa-gresti","title":"Villa Gresti di San Leonardo 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003eSan Leonardo's Villa Gresti is a red wine made from a selection of the Estate’s best Merlot grapes. A blend of Merlot (90%) alongside a small amount of Carménère (10%) the wine is fermented in concrete tanks before maturation in new and used barriques for 12 to 14 months followed by a further 12 months in bottle. Intense ruby red in colour it displays notes of tobacco and intriguing hints of vanilla and cocoa powder to the nose. The palate finds a perfect balance of softness and acidity with the sweet, elegantly assertive and velvet smooth tannins that are the hallmark of the Merlot grape variety. An ideal partner for red meat dishes, poultry, roasts, braised or stewed meats, game and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"San Leonardo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23685527994426,"sku":"A20SANLEONARDOGRESTI-1","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/Villa_Gresti.jpg?v=1567702384"},{"product_id":"san-leonardo-red-wine","title":"San Leonardo 2016","description":"\u003cp\u003eA powerful yet elegant red, San Leonardo brings together the colours, aromas and savours of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère and Merlot aged in small oak barrels, melding them harmoniously into a uniquely intense, full-bodied wine with superb depth of flavour. Before bottling, the precise proportions are decided only after rigorous tasting of samples, barrique by barrique. The early months of maturation in cement tanks are followed by 18-24 months in new and pre-used barriques and then a further 12 months in bottle prior to release. Intense ruby red in colour, the aroma is expressive with balsamic notes, forest fruits, chocolate, tobacco, pepper and elegant nuances of bell pepper. The palate is full, warm and impressively rounded, with intense aromatics that linger on the palate.[#intro]San Leonardo, regarded as the Sassicaia of the North...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"San Leonardo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":23686163136570,"sku":"A16SANLEONARDORED-1","price":83.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/San_Leonardo.jpg?v=1567713492"},{"product_id":"vette-di-san-leonardo","title":"Vette di San Leonardo 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe San Leonardo Vette di San Leonardo is a white wine made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc. Taking its name from the imposing mountain peaks which surround the San Leonardo Estate, its character reflects the youthful freshness and mineral complexity of the mountain terroir.  Straw-yellow in colour Vette has an aromatic fragrance with typical hints of white peach, green peppercorn over a pleasing note of sage. The palate is dry, enjoyably acidulous, full-bodied, with great mineral complexity and polish.[#intro]A tribute to the imposing Trentino mountain range visible from the San Leonardo vineyards...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"San Leonardo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55117864763773,"sku":"A25SANLEONARDOVETTE-1","price":21.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/Sauvignon_Blanc_486c3138-9bb1-4719-8423-87a035c26a87.jpg?v=1567714985"},{"product_id":"san-leonardo-trentino-riesling","title":"San Leonardo Trentino Riesling 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe San Leonardo Riesling from Trentino offers true elegance and an appealing, multi-layered complexity. The wine is matured for 12 months 'sur-lie' in a combination of new and one year old large French oak casks adding depth and texture to the final wine. It is intensely fruity on the nose with fine aromas of tropical and citrus fruits, orange blossom, linden honey, and mineral fragrances. The palate is dry, fresh, smooth, with great elegance and a perfect balance between the structure and the lively acidity. A very long mineral finish. 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It displays rich aromas of dark red fruits, cherry, blackberry a hint of vanilla and spicy peppery notes. The palate is well-structured and velvety with ripe tannins and a long finish.[#intro]Top-notch Carmenère from north-east Italy that will cellar for 30+ years...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"San Leonardo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40793547440195,"sku":"A16SANLEONARDOCARMENERE","price":77.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/CarmenereBt.jpg?v=1702206134"},{"product_id":"san-leonardo-grappa-stravecchia-gift-boxed","title":"San Leonardo Grappa Stravecchia | Gift Boxed","description":"\u003cp\u003eSan Leonardo is globally renowned for producing some of Italy's finest Bordeaux-style wines. The Grappa Stravecchia is the magnificent spirit born from the noble pomace of these very grapes (Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, and Merlot). Unlike young, fiery grappas, this \"Stravecchia\" (Extra Old) expression undergoes a significant aging process in small oak barrels. This long rest transforms the pure distillate into a mellow, sophisticated spirit that stands shoulder-to-shoulder with the world's great aged brandies. It is a signature reflection of the Tenuta San Leonardo estate’s dedication to quality, from the vineyard to the bottle. Deep, amber in colour, achieved naturally through its long maturation in oak, the San Leonardo Grappa is highly complex and harmonious in aroma. Expect rich layers of vanilla, dried apricot, tobacco leaf and subtle honey, underpinned by the classic fruitiness of the Bordeaux varietals. The palate is supremely smooth and round, with an exceptional persistence on the finish. Flavors mirror the aroma, offering notes of sweet spice, cacao, and toasted almond. The alcohol is perfectly integrated, offering warmth without harshness. The finish is extraordinarily long and velvety, leaving lingering notes of dried fruit and aged wood. Grappa Stravecchia should be treated like a fine Cognac or single malt Scotch.[#intro]San Leonardo Stravecchia is an aged, amber-hued grappa of extraordinary smoothness \u0026amp; depth...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"San Leonardo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57378516959613,"sku":"NVSANLEONARDOGRAPPA","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/GrappaStravecchia.jpg?v=1763045382"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/collections\/Collection_Image_a582c2ae-0717-47fb-967f-affa24f90825.jpg?v=1567694186","url":"https:\/\/hic.wine\/collections\/san-leonardo.oembed","provider":"Hic!","version":"1.0","type":"link"}