Vin Santo del Chianti Classico DOC 2015

  The Vin Santo del Chianti Classico from Badia a Coltibuono is an impressive and traditional interpretation of the classic Tuscan sweet wine, with a focus on production and maturation. For this wine, the grapes (Trebbiano and Malvasia) are carefully selected and then dried in well-ventilated rooms (appassimento), causing them to lose much of their moisture and concentrate their aroma and sugar content. Fermentation takes place with wild yeasts native to the vineyard and cellar, giving each vintage its own individual character. After fermentation, the wine matures for many years in small, sealed oak barrels (barriques/caratelli) located in attics, where seasonal temperature fluctuations are particularly pronounced—heat, coolness, humidity, and temperature fluctuations contribute to the development of its complex profile. The maturation period is around 7 years in wooden barrels.

In the glass, this Vin Santo displays a brilliant amber color with golden and copper reflections. Its bouquet ranges from candied fruits such as apricot, dried figs, and orange to notes of chestnut honey, roasted almonds, and delicate vanilla aromas. On the palate, the wine combines a delightful sweetness with lively, balanced acidity, which prevents the wine from appearing heavy or clumsy. The finish is long and impressive, ideal as an accompaniment to Tuscan desserts, blue cheese, or even as a meditation wine. Its high quality and finesse—despite small production quantities—make Vin Santo a treasure in the Badia a Coltibuono range. - Gerardo [TS10/16]