Vin Santo del Chianti Classico

Wine Producer:

Badia a Coltibuono

Winemaker:

Muarizio Castelli

Winemaking:

Extremely rare, as only small quantities are produced, this is a typical, traditional Tuscan dessert wine. Enhanced by the creation of the DOC Vinsanto del Chianti Classico, today Badia a Coltibuono’s Vinsanto is one of the best raisin wines in the world. The bunches of Trebbiano and Malvasia grapes destined for the production of the Vin Santo grow in a specially planted vineyard. They are then carefully selected and left to dry in well-ventilated rooms. Fermentation and ageing take place in small oak casks, which are sealed and kept exposed to the seasonal variations in temperature. Ageing: 4 years in cask and oak barriques. No. of bottles produced: 6.500

Wine Style:

Dessert

Winery Info:

Badia a Coltibuono is synonymous with Chianti Classico. One of the iconic estates of Chianti Classico, run by the Stucchi Prinetti family with the charming Emanuela the current chatelaine of the stunning 14th century abbey – Abbatia Cultus Boni (cultus boni = ‘good culture’). The estate, with some 70 hectares of organic vineyards is set among the upper woodlands of Chianti, surrounded by the Arno and Arbia valleys.

Vineyard information:

Zone of production: Monti in Chianti, Siena. Location: Cantina – Arbia
Altitude and orientation: 250-270 m. slm. South, South-West. Soil: Clay, and limestone rock. Age of vineyard: 10 - 30 years old. Training system: Guyot
Plant density per hectare: 3500.

Food Pairing:

Cantuchini Buiscuits is the classic pairing but also good with a range of citrus desserts, sponges and cheesecakes.

Abv:

15%

Grape Variety:

Trebbiano 50% Malvasia 50%

Tasting Note:

Golden amber, brilliant color. It's aroma hints at honey, toasted almond and vanilla. Sweet and rich taste, balanced by vibrant acidity that enhances the clean, rich and elegant taste. Candied fruit, citrus, apricot and dried figs are the dominant notes. Very long persistent finish.