Marchesi Guerrieri Gonzaga Private Reserve 2016 Blanc de Blancs Trento DOC Extra Brut San Leonardo Box

Marchesi Guerrieri Gonzaga Riserva Privata 2016: elegance and verticality of Trento DOC

Spumante Marchesi Guerrieri Gonzaga Riserva Privata 2016 Blanc de Blancs Trento DOC Extra Brut from Tenuta San Leonardo is a classic method sparkling wine of great personality, made from 100% Chardonnay and presented in a box. It is a bottle designed for those seeking finesse, freshness, and complexity, with an elegant and clear style that reflects the character of the Trentino mountains.

Territory and wine style

This Trento DOC is born from grapes sourced from different areas of Trentino, between the hills of Pressano and the high Val di Cembra, regions that contribute complementary nuances to the wine's profile. The marl-limestone soils of Pressano promote structure and depth, while the sandy soils of porphyritic origin in Val di Cembra bring freshness, momentum, and a greater floral imprint. The result is an extra brut sparkling wine with a vertical, precise, and harmonious character, showcasing a clear territorial identity.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents an elegant and rigorous profile, consistent with the Blanc de Blancs type. On the nose, it can express floral, citrus, and mineral sensations, accompanied by a refined progression and good complexity derived from aging on the lees. On the palate, the wine appears dry, taut, and well-defined, with a lively freshness that supports the drinkability and a balanced structure. The bubbles enhance the tasting cleanliness, while the finish tends towards savoriness and persistence, leaving a fine and dry sensation.

Recommended pairings

Marchesi Guerrieri Gonzaga Riserva Privata 2016 pairs with great versatility with fish appetizers, raw seafood, tartare, shellfish, delicate carpaccios, and fresh cheeses. Its acidic tension and extra brut profile also make it suitable for more structured seafood dishes, elegant risottos, and preparations based on vegetables, aromatic herbs, or light white meats. It is also an ideal sparkling wine for a refined aperitif.

Serving temperature

Serve Marchesi Guerrieri Gonzaga Riserva Privata 2016 at a temperature between 6 and 8 °C. In this range, freshness, aromatic precision, and the finesse of the bubbles emerge at their best. It does not require decanting but should be opened carefully just before serving to preserve its integrity.

Why buy it

Choosing this wine means opting for a Trento DOC of character, capable of uniting rigor, elegance, and territorial identity. The signature of Tenuta San Leonardo, the pure Chardonnay blend, and the long aging make it a compelling choice for those seeking an authoritative sparkling wine, perfect for both special occasions and stylishly accompanying the table. The box also makes it suitable as a prestigious gift.