2021 San Leonardo, Tenuta San Leonardo
2021 San Leonardo, Tenuta San Leonardo
Ref: SANL210
The San Leonardo estate lies near Lake Garda and, for three centuries, has been home to the Marchesi Guerrieri Gonzaga family. It was Carlo Guerrieri Gonzaga who, almost fifty years ago, became interested in the fine wines of the world - especially Bordeaux - and studied oenology in Lausanne. In the course of his studies Carlo spent time in France and Tuscany and it was during this latter trip that he struck up a friendship with Marquis Mario Incisa della Rocchetta of Tenuta San Guido, from where emanates the mighty Sassicaia.
In 1985 the legendary wine oenologist Giacomo Tachis arrived at the estate. Tachis had previously been oenologist at Antinori and had been a driving force in the creation of the first super-Tuscan wines, among them Tignanello, Solaia and Sassicaia.
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Case of 6 Bottles price shown is under bond
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£360.00
duty paid price: £453.55
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To Arrive
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Wine Details
Wine Details
Producer: Tenuta San Leonardo
Appellation: IGT Vigneti delle Dolomiti
Old/New World: Old World
Country: Italy
Region: Trentino-Alto Adige
Colour: Red
Style: Still
% ABV: 13%
Drink Dates: 2028-2045
Maturity: 
Sweetness: 1
Grape Variety: Tasting Notes
Tasting Notes
“Fully ripe nose but very recognisably San Leonardo with a bone-dry finish. Long, fresh cool-climate Cabernet with beautiful balance.” Jancis Robinson
“Slightly riper on the nose than both 2019 and 2020, the 2021 San Leonardo shows notes of blackberry yoghurt, graphite-laced cassis and cedar mingling with signature bell pepper touches from the generous Carmenere component, and a refreshing balsamic lift. Powdery dark chocolate and undergrowth add further complexity as it breathes. The palate is more tightly wound than the aromatics suggest: bright acidity runs alongside grippy yet fully integrated tannins, supported by just enough creamy, structural red and black fruit to avoid austerity. At 13% alcohol, the finish is ample rather than warm, with a peppery echo bringing extra liveliness, and a saline edge carrying through the aftertaste. A multilayered, shape-shifting San Leonardo that won't require long ageing to be fully enjoyable – yet it has the energy and depth to last several decades.” Decanter Magazine
Sweetness Explained
Sweetness Explained
Sweetness
All our wines are given a Sweetness Indicator from 1 to 5, with 1 being the driest and 5 being the sweetest.
This can be found for every wine under the Wine Details tab.
Most red wines are dry and therefore are indicated with a 1. The sweetness becomes more relevant with white wines, sparkling wines and pudding/dessert wines such as Sauternes and Tokaji.
Location Explained
Location Explained
Location
AVAILABLE: Currently lying in our storage at London City Bond Dinton Woods
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TO ARRIVE: Currently lying abroad or in transit
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Pricing Information
Pricing Information
Pricing
UNDER BOND PRICES: Exclusive of UK Duty & VAT
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Additional Information
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