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White

Leone Terre Siciliane IGT

by Tasca d'Almerita · Sicily, Italy

TypeWhite
GrapesCatarratto, Pinot Bianco, Savagnin, Sauvignon blanc, Moscato Bianco
Alcohol12.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourWhite
Colour depthLight
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at8–10 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
Tasca d'AlmeritaSicily, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes grow on selected hillsides at 500 to 900 metres above sea level. The wide difference between daytime and nighttime temperatures keeps the grapes fresh and juicy, with very good acidity.

Grapes

The wine is a distinctive blend of Catarratto and four other white varieties. The size of the Tasca d'Almerita vineyards made this blend possible.

Vinification

Fermentation takes place at a cool 14–16 °C for 15 days. No malolactic fermentation is carried out.

Ageing

The wine ages on its lees in stainless steel tanks for 4 months.

Tasting profile

Fresh and aromatic, with excellent structure and very good acidity.

Label / history

Leone is the result of experimentation and research in both the vineyards and the cellar.