Susumaniello 'Il Lemos' Leone de Castris

Salento IGT • Puglia • Leone de Castris
Category
Red Wines
Region
Puglia
Denomination
Salento IGT
Alcohol
13.5%
Vinification
Maceration on the skins and alcoholic fermentation at controlled temperature for 10-15 days
Aging
2 monhts in stainless steel and 2 months in bottle
Grape varieties
Susumaniello 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

Hailing from Puglia, this wine offers an authentic taste of the local terroir. With 13.5% alcohol, it strikes a confident balance between body and freshness. Crafted from Susumaniello 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. Vinification: maceration on the skins and alcoholic fermentation at controlled temperature for 10-15 days. The wine is aged 2 monhts in stainless steel and 2 months in bottle. A wine showing the sun-drenched warmth typical of Puglia's Mediterranean climate.

Food Pairings

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

About Puglia Wine Region

The region's Mediterranean climate favours bold reds from Primitivo and Negroamaro.

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