Lèonus Toscana IGT
Our Lèonus vineyards are nested in the north-east part of Montalcino—an area where great Brunello di Montalcino crus are born. Like all great Super Tuscan wines, Lèonus captures the essence of Tuscany. This artisan Super Tuscan wine is a rigorous hand selection of the finest grapes of Sangiovese from Montalcino blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. This hand-crafted blend gives birth to our Super Tuscan or as we like describing it as our Super Montalcino Lèonus.
Tasting Notes
The Cortonesi Lèonus Toscana rosso is a multifaceted wine with aromas of fresh flowers, red cherries, citrus and licorice. Medium- to light-bodied with very good elegance, velvety tannins, supple fruit and super-refreshing, subtle acidity.
Vineyards
Lèonus Toscana is sourced from vineyards in the northeast zone of Montalcino, an area known for some of the region’s most distinguished Brunello crus. The vines, averaging 20–25 years of age, are trained using a cordon spur system and planted at a density of approximately 5,000 vines per hectare, with yields of about 7,000 kilograms per hectare.
This artisan Super Tuscan is crafted from a rigorous hand selection of Sangiovese from Montalcino, blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Harvested entirely by hand and slightly earlier than Rosso and Brunello to preserve finesse and elegance, the wine offers soft tannins, a silky texture, and a balanced expression that highlights the character of Sangiovese while maintaining approachability and versatility.
Winemaking
Fermentation takes place in stainless steel vats with 4–5 days of maceration at controlled temperatures of 26–30°C using selected yeasts. The wine is then aged for five months in large Slavonian oak barrels to enhance structure and balance while preserving freshness.
Technical Information
- Vintage:
- 2024
- Alcohol:
- 13%
- Region:
- Tuscany
- RS:
- 6.10G/L
- Varietals:
- 85% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon
- PH:
- 3.53
- TA:
- 1G/L
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