Wine Maker's Notes

The 2022 Mancino Lanciatore is a stunning wine of power and concentration. Its name translated from Italian means “left-handed thrower” and is an ode to our proprietor Thomas Leonardini Sr. and several other left-handed Leonardinis. On the nose, it evokes rich aromas of black cherries, crème de cassis, figs, black olives and hints of tobacco leaf. Its palate provides smooth, plush tannins alongside blackberries, mixed berry cobbler, almond croissant, dark chocolate and a touch of cinnamon. This wine has big shoulders, and we recommend decanting for a few hours before enjoying it, or cellar for 10-15 years.