White

Leonina

By Francone, Barbaresco, Piemonte, Italy

Francone Leonina

Nascetta, a semi-aromatic white indigenous to the Langhe, grown in Neive and aged five months on the lees. To drink within 36 months of harvest.

Tasting notes

Light straw yellow; intense, aromatic bouquet of melon, white peach, litchi and wisteria; full, fresh flavour with a clean finish.

Pairs well with

Grilled fish, fish tartare, vegetarian dishes, spiced dishes, soft goat cheese.

Technical details

Style
White
Denomination
Langhe DOC Nascetta
Grape
Nascetta
Production area
Municipality of Neive
Harvest
First half of September
Vinification
Manual harvest. Soft, slow pressing. Slow, gradual fermentation at 16 °C; bottled as soon as possible after 5 months on the lees in stainless steel.
Serving temperature
8-10 °C

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