Produced in small quantities, this is the classic tuscan hospitality wine. Badia a Coltibuono’s Vin Santo always amazes for the perfect combination of intensity, complexity and freshness.
Area of production: Monti in Chianti (SI) Location: Cantina, Arbia Altitude and orientation: 260-370m. s.l.m. Sud, S-W Soil: Clay, and limestone rock Age of vineyard: 20 years old Training system: Guyot Plant density per hectare: 5500 Grape varieties: Trebbiano, Malvasia Harvest: Hand-picked. Vinification: The bunches of Trebbiano and Malvasia are then carefully selected and left to dry in well-ventilated rooms. Fermentation with wild yeast and ageing take place in small oak casks Ageing: 8 years in cask and oak barriques No. of bottles produced: 12,000 Alcoholic content (%): 15 Recommended serving temperature: : 12°-16° C (53.6-60.8 °F) Pairings: typical Tuscan desserts. Excellent with blue cheeses or liver paté.
Tasting Notes The color is golden amber and brilliant. The aroma hints at honey, toasted almond and vanilla. Sweet and rich taste, balanced by vibrant acidity. Candied fruit, citrus, apricot and dried figs are the dominant notes. Very long persistent finish.
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