{"product_id":"san-leonardo-riesling-2021","title":"San Leonardo Riesling 2021","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eTenuta San Leonardo is a storied estate in the Lagarina Valley of Trentino in northern Italy. The property’s history dates back to early medieval times, passing through noble and ecclesiastical hands over centuries. Since the 18th century it has been linked to the de Gresti and later to the Guerrieri Gonzaga family, who still manage the estate today. Although best known for its red Bordeaux-style blend “San Leonardo,” the estate revived its Riesling production in 2013 after a century-long hiatus. The winery emphasizes terroir expression and balanced wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Wine Maker:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe wine is produced by Tenuta San Leonardo under the management of the Guerrieri Gonzaga family. The winemaking team works to balance tradition and modern technique, selecting vineyard parcels carefully and employing conservative oak aging. For the Riesling project, they aim to preserve freshness and clarity. The winemaker oversees precision in fermentation temperature control, lees aging, and barrel selection to support the aromatic and structural purity of the Riesling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards and Micro Climate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe vines are located in the Trentino region within the Alto Adige \/ Trentino area, benefiting from a continental mountain climate moderated by altitude and diurnal shifts. Cool nights and warm days promote retention of acidity and aromatic development. The soils in the vineyards typically include limestone, clay and gravel accumulation, offering good drainage with mineral nuance. These conditions favor Riesling’s tension between vibrant fruit and stony minerality, especially in a region not traditionally known for Riesling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging Methods:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe 2021 Riesling undergoes vinification in stainless steel tanks, preceded by a brief maceration (skin contact) before fermentation. Fermentation is conducted at low temperature, lasting approximately 20–25 days. After primary fermentation, the wine matures for 12 months on its lees in French oak barrels of 700 liters (first and second pass). During aging the lees provide added texture and complexity without overpowering aromatics. The oak barrels are relatively large to minimize overt oak influence while allowing subtle integration.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAromas include shaved lemon rind, green apple, melon sorbet, and a hint of smoke. The palate is soft but fresh, with young peach tones, persistent minerality, lime, and Granny Smith apple. The finish is classically dry, elegant, and medium in length, with a saline and crisp characteristic underlying the fruit.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis Riesling pairs well with light seafood dishes (raw oysters, shrimp, scallops), sushi and sashimi, white fish with citrus sauce, shellfish in butter sauces, goat cheese, fresh vegetable risottos, and spicy Asian fare (Thai, Vietnamese). Its acidity and mineral edge allow it to complement rather than compete with delicate flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods and Temperatures:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eServe chilled at about 8–10 °C (46–50 °F). Use a white wine glass with moderate bowl to concentrate aromatics while allowing good openness. Pour gently and allow 10–15 minutes to breathe so emerging layers of minerality and spice can develop. Avoid serving overly cold which masks subtleties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis wine is drinkable in its youth but has aging capability for 8 to 10 years under ideal cellar conditions (cool, stable ~12 °C, moderate humidity). With age, primary fruit notes may evolve into dried citrus, petrol nuance, and tertiary honeyed or mineral complexity. The balance of acidity should help maintain longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; percentage used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e100 % Riesling Renano (Riesling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eApproximately 13.0 % (typical for this producer’s Riesling)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScores:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJames Suckling: 94\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eVinous (A. Galloni): 91\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ASC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922261295318,"sku":null,"price":460.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/SanLeonardoRiesling_5ee7d6f7-7506-49d2-93ba-80d3c6ac9324.png?v=1773667785","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/san-leonardo-riesling-2021","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}