# Leone El Rojo Sabroso (2023)

- **Producer:** Vinicola Patacon
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Malbec
- **Region:** Chile
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €12
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red plum, blackberry, green bell pepper, black cherry, plum, blackcurrant, red cherry, chocolate, vanilla, tobacco

## About this wine

Leone El Rojo Sabroso is a red wine from Vinicola Patacon, produced in Chile. The wine is a blend primarily featuring Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, and Malbec. Vinicola Patacon, founded in 1982 by brothers Ricardo and Pedro Toro Espinosa, is a family-owned company dedicated to sustainable wine production. The region of Chile, situated below the Andes slopes, provides diverse growing conditions. This wine stands out for its commitment to sustainability, including organic certification and its packaging in an environmentally friendly PET bottle, contributing to a lower carbon footprint. The 2023 vintage is noted for its fruity and nuanced character.

## Interesting facts

- Packaged in an eco-friendly 1-liter PET bottle.
- Certified Sustainable Chile.
- Family-owned winery since 1982.
- A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, and Malbec.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-plus body and soft tannins complement the richness of red meats and hearty stews. Its fruit-forward character and subtle spice notes can stand up to robust flavors, while its acidity helps to cut through fattier dishes. Vegetarian pairings benefit from the wine's ability to harmonize with earthy vegetables and herbs.

## Wine making process

Leone El Rojo Sabroso is produced by Vinicola Patacon in Chile. The wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, and Malbec. Key winemaking techniques include oak barrel aging, which contributes to the wine's structure and complexity. The producer, Vinicola Patacon, is committed to sustainability, evidenced by organic certification and the use of environmentally friendly PET bottles. The 2023 vintage is noted for its fruit-forward character. The winery's philosophy integrates traditional methods with innovative, sustainable practices.