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
🍽️ Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto
🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese
🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs

About Piedmont Wine Region

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

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