Leone d'Almerita Terre Siciliane IGT 2019 - Tenuta Regaleali

The Leone d' Almerita Terre Siciliane IGT from Tasca d' Almerita is a wonderful white cuvée from the house of Tasca.

In the glass this white wine glows straw yellow with greenish reflections, on the nose it smells of apple, almond blossoms, white peach, pineapple, banana and pink grapefruit. On the palate, Leone d' Almerita has a fresh, crisp acidity, harmoniously blended with fruity flavours and a pleasing long finish.

Vinification of the Leone d' Almerita

For this white wine the autochthonous grape variety Cataratto plays the leading role with 58%, 16% Pinot Blanc, 15% Sauvignon Blanc and 11% Gewürztraminer. The grapes are produced from the altitudes between 500 and 900 m. and harvested in the vineyards of Tenuta Regaleali, then fermented at a controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks. No malolactic fermentation takes place. The wine is then aged for 4 months on the yeasts in a steel tank.

Food recommendations for the Leone d' Almerita of Tasca d' Almerita

Enjoy this beautiful aromatic Sicilian white wine with fish dishes, vegetables, asparagus and poached eggs.

Awards for the Leone d' Almerita IGT 2016 from Tasca d' Almerita

• Gambero Rosso: 2 glasses
• Veronelli: 88 points