Nose
The aroma hints at honey, toasted almond and vanilla.
Palate
Sweet and rich taste, balanced by vibrant acidity. Candied fruit, citrus, apricot and dried figs are the dominant notes. Very long persistent finish.
Growing Conditions
The uncertain spring has led to a reduction of yields. The favorable temperatures in July and September favored a perfect maturation of the grapes. Lower yields but good quality.
Zone 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
Training system: Guyot
Plant density per hectare: 5500
Harvest
Hand-picked.
Winemaking
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.
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
Aging
8 years in cask and oak barriques.
Appearance
The color is golden amber and brilliant.
Food Pairing
Typical Tuscan desserts. Excellent with blue cheeses or liver paté.