Beyond Bordeaux, there are certain places in world where Cabernet Sauvignon excels. The Napa Valley is one, as is the Tuscan coast. Trentino, it Italy’s cool north, is somewhat of an outlier.
Tenuta San Leonardo is situated at the foot of the Dolomite Alps, a relatively cool site where Cabernet Sauvignon just manages to reach full ripeness. At its best, San Leonardo is the equal of the very best wines of Bordeaux – the 2006 is at least of 2nd growth quality, albeit it is slimmer in build.
This is a class act, alluring in perfume, satin-like in texture, with super-fine tannins lending structure. It will reward another 10 years in bottle and will hold for another decade thereafter. At around $150 a bottle it is by no means cheap, but put into context, it represents exceptional value for money.
2006 SAN LEONARDO
Producer: Tenuta San Leonardo
Variety: Cabernet et al
Vintage: 2006
Region: Trentino, Italy
ABV: 13.5%
Closure: Natural cork
Retail Price: $150.00
Date tasted: 24 June 2015
Tasting Note:
Mid-crimson. Alluring nose of blackcurrant and plum, tilled earth, pencil shavings/graphite and woodsmoke. Medium bodied, elegant and very stylish – like a Valentino suit. Brilliant lustre. Satin-like; real sheen, polish and class. Tannins come to the fore with air. Needs another several years in bottle. Brilliant.
Score: 19/20
Tenuta San Leonardo is situated at the foot of the Dolomite Alps, a relatively cool site where Cabernet Sauvignon just manages to reach full ripeness. At its best, San Leonardo is the equal of the very best wines of Bordeaux – the 2006 is at least of 2nd growth quality, albeit it is slimmer in build.
This is a class act, alluring in perfume, satin-like in texture, with super-fine tannins lending structure. It will reward another 10 years in bottle and will hold for another decade thereafter. At around $150 a bottle it is by no means cheap, but put into context, it represents exceptional value for money.
2006 SAN LEONARDOProducer: Tenuta San Leonardo
Variety: Cabernet et al
Vintage: 2006
Region: Trentino, Italy
ABV: 13.5%
Closure: Natural cork
Retail Price: $150.00
Date tasted: 24 June 2015
Tasting Note:
Mid-crimson. Alluring nose of blackcurrant and plum, tilled earth, pencil shavings/graphite and woodsmoke. Medium bodied, elegant and very stylish – like a Valentino suit. Brilliant lustre. Satin-like; real sheen, polish and class. Tannins come to the fore with air. Needs another several years in bottle. Brilliant.
Score: 19/20
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