What kind of wine is Vigneti delle Dolomiti Sauvignon Blanc IGT 'Vette di San Leonardo' 2024 - San Leonardo

The Vigneti delle Dolomiti Sauvignon Blanc IGT 'Vette di San Leonardo' 2024 - San Leonardo is a white wine with a modern and fresh character, born at the foot of the Dolomites, where the vineyards benefit from significant temperature fluctuations and pure mountain air. Produced from 100% Sauvignon Blanc grapes, this wine reflects the essence of the Trentino territory: intense aromatics, fragrance, and a vibrant mineral vein. Ideal for those seeking a white wine with an excellent balance between aroma and freshness, it represents one of the most recognizable expressions of the expertise of Tenuta San Leonardo.

Vintage Details

2024 was a balanced vintage, characterized by a cool spring and a sunny but not excessive summer. These conditions favored a slow and regular ripening of the grapes, which achieved the right degree of aromatics and acidity, ensuring a Sauvignon Blanc of great elegance and expressive purity.

Winemaking and Aging

The grapes are harvested manually in September, selecting only perfectly ripe bunches. In the cellar, winemaking takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, a choice that preserves the varietal aromas and fruit fragrance. The wine then ages for several months, also in stainless steel, remaining on its lees to gain greater complexity and softness, without any wood contact.

Tasting Notes

Color

Visually, it presents a luminous straw yellow with greenish reflections, a sign of youth and freshness.

Nose

The aroma is immediately recognizable: notes of exotic fruit, citrus, and white peach combine with hints of alpine herbs and elderflower. The whole is enveloped by a delicate mineral vein that recalls the Dolomite rock from which it originates.

Taste

On the palate, it is lively, fresh, and balanced, with well-integrated acidity and a savory, long finish. The sip is agile and inviting, with a pleasant aromatic persistence that brings back the fruity sensations perceived on the nose.

Food Pairings for Vigneti delle Dolomiti Sauvignon Blanc IGT 'Vette di San Leonardo' 2024 - San Leonardo

This Sauvignon Blanc pairs perfectly with light and aromatic dishes. It is ideal for those seeking a versatile and highly drinkable white wine. Here are some suggested pairings:

• Fish-based appetizers or grilled vegetables
• Crustaceans and white fish carpaccio
• First courses with vegetables or aromatic herbs
• Fresh and delicate goat cheeses

Also perfect as a summer aperitif, to share with friends to appreciate its natural vivacity.

Storage and Aging

For those wondering how to store Vigneti delle Dolomiti Sauvignon Blanc IGT 'Vette di San Leonardo' 2024 - San Leonardo, it is important to remember that this is a delicate and fragrant white wine, designed to be enjoyed at the peak of its freshness. Store it horizontally, away from light, and at a constant temperature between 10 and 14 °C. It is best consumed within 2-3 years of the vintage, a period during which it maintains its fragrance, acidity, and aromatic brilliance.