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Red Wine Jean Leon Vinya Le Havre 2019

Organic and vegan red wine from Penedès. Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc aged for 12 months in oak and 24 months in the bottle.
Reserva. 12 Months in French and American oak barrels
Percentage of Alcohol: 14.5º
Bottle size: 75 cl
D.O.: Penedès
Grapes Varieties: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon,
Wineries: Jean Leon
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Availability: In stock

€23.50
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The red wine Jean Leon Vinya Le Havre was named after the French port from which the Spaniard Ceferino Carrión, later known as Jean Leon, left Europe as a stowaway on a cargo ship to pursue the American Dream.

This excellent Spanish red wine celebrates the success of that adventure, which allowed Mr. Carrión, many years later, to start his own wine producing company in his native land.

A trypical Bordeaux blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc, this organic and vegan red wine from Penedès is sourced from vines planted in 1968 in Finca Le Havre, a 12-hectare vineyard composed of clay-limestone soils.

The harvest was done by hand. After a meticulous selection, the grapes were destemmed and then this red wine from Penedès was fermented in stainless steel tanks.

After that, Jean Leon Le Havre 2019 went through malolactic fermentation in French and American oak barrels, where it was subsequently aged for 12 months.

Finally, this Reserva red wine was aged for 24 months in the cellar prior to its commercial release.

Decant this Vino de Finca (single vineyard wine) 1 hour before drinking.

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Appearance

The wine Jean Leon Le Havre is medium violet with a ruby rim.

Nose

Classy and confident, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc has a deep spicy background. As the wine aerates, aromas of blackberries and blackcurrants appear, combined with some toasted nuances and suggestions of raisins, roasted green bell pepper, menthol and coffee.

Palate

Showing a bridled power, this wine from the Jean Leon winery is bold and precise, with smooth tannins, a great definition and a crisp acidity. Moroccan leather, ripe red fruit, Eastern spices, some herbal and mineral nuances, and some intimations of smoke and toast. Long, elegant finish.

Our personal opinion

Classy and deep, Jean Leon Vinya Le Havre Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is the perfect match to hearty game dishes.

OTHER VINTAGES

Jean Leon Vinya Le Havre 2018:

Enterwine 91.

Jean Leon Vinya Le Havre 2016:

Enterwine 91.

Jean Leon Vinya Le Havre 2015:

Enterwine 91. Guía Peñín 90. J.Suckling 93. Decanter 90.

Jean Leon Vinya Le Havre 2013:

Enterwine 91. James Suckling 90.

Jean Leon Le Havre Cabernet Sauvignon 2009:

Enterwine 89.

Jean Leon Le Havre Cabernet Sauvignon 2007:

Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon.

Year 2018
Type Red
D.O. Penedès
Bottle size 75 cl
Serving tempurature 16-18ºC
Should this wine be decanted? 30 minutes before serving
Organic Yes
Vegan Yes
Ageing Reserva
Type of ageing Months in French and American oak barrels
Number of months aged in Barrels 12
Enterwine's Score 91
Media rating 91
Percentage of variety Cabernet Sauvignon 85%, Cabernet Franc 15%.
Pairings Birds, Civet, Cow´s cheese, Cured cheeses, Duck, Game animals, Grilled red meats, Red meat with gravy, Roasted foods, Roasted lamb, Roasted lamb ribs, Roasted pork, Roasted red meats, Roasted white meats, Stews, White meat with gravy
Taste Complex and Elegant, Silky and intense, Tasty with barrel notes
Occasion A special occasion, Business dinner, Romantic Dinner, To bring to an engagement
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This is on a par with some top-notch Bordeaux wines. Focused and crisp, mildly oaked, long and rewarding.
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