# Leale Sangiovese (2023)

- **Producer:** Terre Cevico Soc. Coop. Agr.
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Sangiovese
- **Region:** Emilia-Romagna, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €6
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red cherry, red plum, black plum, black cherry, chocolate, butter, dried fruit, earth

## About this wine

Leale Sangiovese is a red wine from the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy, produced by Terre Cevico Soc. Coop. Agr. The wine is made primarily from Sangiovese grapes, adhering to the Romagna Sangiovese DOC or Rubicone IGT appellations. Terre Cevico, established in 1963, operates as a cooperative with a philosophy of supporting local growers while maintaining quality and sustainability. The name 'Leale' signifies honesty and loyalty, reflecting the wine's character. The region of Emilia-Romagna offers a varied terroir that influences the Sangiovese grape's expression.

## Interesting facts

- Sangiovese's name is thought to derive from 'sanguis Jovis,' meaning 'blood of Jupiter'.
- The first documented mention of Sangiovese dates back to 1672 in Faenza, Emilia-Romagna.
- Leale is Italian for 'honest' or 'loyal'.
- This wine is available in eco-friendly cardboard packaging.

## Food pairing

The wine's moderate tannins and acidity complement the protein and fat in dishes like pork and lamb, while its fruit notes harmonize with tomato-based sauces and herbs. Its versatility allows it to pair with both simple and more complex flavors.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Leale Sangiovese involves destemming and crushing the Sangiovese grapes, followed by fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Maceration lasts for approximately one week, with daily pumping over of the must. Malolactic fermentation is carried out after racking the wine off its lees. The producer, Terre Cevico, operates a large cooperative model, processing a significant volume of grapes annually.