Leone de Castris, "Locorotondo" DOC

Interesting facts

"Locorotondo" DOC — elegant white wine made from a blend of two grapes — Verdeca (65%) and Bianco d ' Alessano (35%) grown on clay-silt soils. Harvesting is carried out in the first week of September. At the winery the berries are soft pressed followed by static decantation at a controlled low temperature. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at 14-16 °C. the wine is Aged 2 months on lees in stainless steel tanks and 1 month in bottle in the cellars of the winery.

Tasting Characteristics

The wine has a straw yellow color.
The wine shows a fresh aroma with hints of pineapple, citrus and herbs.
The wine shows a refreshing, balanced taste with fruity and citrus tones and a pleasant acidity in a dry finish.
Wine is an excellent aperitif and blends perfectly with various dishes of fish and seafood.