Lessona 'San Sebastiano allo Zoppo' Tenute Sella 2016

The Lessona “San Sebastiano allo Zoppo” by Tenute Sella is an excellence of the Alto Piemonte territory. It is a elegant and refined red wine, made with a majority percentage of Nebbiolo and a small amount of Vespolina. This is a single vineyard label, coming from a particularly prized parcel of the estate, always capable of producing high-quality grapes. The long aging in wood allows for a red wine with a pleasant and velvety sip, confirming the extraordinary vocation of this terroir, known for centuries for the finesse of its wines.

The “San Sebastiano allo Zoppo” is a Lessona from Tenute Sella, one of the most famous wineries in the area. Its origins date back to the 17th century and it still represents an essential reference point for the wines of the denomination today. The grapes come from an old vineyard located at an altitude of 330 meters above sea level with a southwest exposure. The soils are predominantly composed of ancient sandy outcrops of marine origin, which contribute to the finesse of the aromas. The vines are over 70 years old and from documents, it appears that the parcel has been cultivated with Nebbiolo since 1436. The harvest is done manually with clusters selected directly in the vineyard and brought to the winery for vinification as quickly as possible. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks with skin maceration of about 25 days with periodic délestage and pump-overs. The wine matures for 24 months in 25-hectoliter Slavonian oak barrels and for 12 months in Allier oak tonneaux.

The Lessona "San Sebastiano allo Zoppo" produced by Tenute Sella is a great Piedmontese red, which highlights the best characteristics of one of the most famous and prized terroirs in the Alto Piemonte area. In appearance, it presents a garnet red color with bright reflections. Fine and elegant, it stands out for floral aromas of iris and dried rose petals, aromas of raspberry, red currant, marasca, hints of medicinal herbs, and delicate spices. The sip is delicate, with a fine tannic texture and finely nuanced aromas, anticipating a very fresh, savory, and persistent finish.