Lessona 'San Sebastiano allo Zoppo' Tenute Sella

Lessona DOC • Piedmont • Tenute Sella
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Tenute Sella
Region
Piedmont
Denomination
Lessona DOC
Alcohol
13.5%
Vinification
Fermentation in steel tanks with maceration for 25 days
Aging
28 months in Slavonian oak barrels and 12 months in oak tonneaux from Allier
Grape varieties
Nebbiolo 85%, Vespolina 15%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This exceptional Lessona DOC showcases the authentic character of Piedmont. Its 13.5% alcohol content supports a rounded, well-integrated style. Crafted from Nebbiolo 85%, Vespolina 15%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards 75 years old vines, facing South-West rooted in marine sands at 330 m above sea level. Vinification: fermentation in steel tanks with maceration for 25 days. The wine is aged 28 months in Slavonian oak barrels and 12 months in oak tonneaux from Allier. A wine showcasing the fog-kissed hills of the Langhe.

Food Pairings

Grilled red meats and game
Mature pecorino cheese
Braised lamb with herbs
Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
Wild mushroom risotto
Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano

About Piedmont Wine Region

Piedmont is renowned worldwide for Barolo and Barbaresco, its two great Nebbiolo-based expressions.

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