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Leone de Castris
Verdeca 'Messapia' Leone De Castris 2024
10,40 €
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Awards
3Vitae AIS
89James Suckling
2Gambero Rosso
Features
Denomination
Salento IGT
Tipologia
Alcohol content
12 %
Format
75 cl Bottle
Additional Notes
Contains sulfites
Temperature
8°-10°C
When to drink
Perfect to drink right away
Glass
Medium open goblet
Perfect for young and medium bodied white wines which don't require excessive oxygenation to open. The opening, slightly tighter than the body of the glass, favors the concentration of aromas towards the nose, enhancing the perception of aromas and limiting the dispersion
| Guide | Year | Score | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitae AIS | 2020 | 3 / 4 | Wine with an excellent stylistic and organoleptic profile |
| James Suckling | 2022 | 89 / 100 | Worth buying Wine |
| Gambero Rosso | 2023 | 2 / 3 | High Level Wine |
Leone de Castris
| Foundation Year | 1665 |
|---|---|
| Vineyard hectares | 300 |
| Annual production | 2.500.000 bt |
| Winemaker | Marco Mascellani, Riccardo Cotarella |
| Address | via Senatore de Castris, 26 - 73015 Salice Salentino (LE) |
Perfect to drink with
Sushi & Sashimi
Finger Food
Fish Tartare - Carpaccio
Fish Appetizers
Fresh Cheese