2020 14 % by Vol. 375ml
Vin Santo is a historic Tuscan sweet wine served on holidays, important occasions and shared at convivial gatherings. The grapes are left to dry for months, as tradition dictates, then gently pressed. Fermentation and aging take place over a period of at least 2 years in small oak casks resulting in a dessert wine with natural residual sugars. Pairs perfectly with desserts and all varieties of blue cheese.
SANTA CRISTINA
Vin Santo
Geographical indication: Vin Santo della Valdichiana DOC
Vintage: 2020
Bottle Size: 375ml
Alcoholic percentage: 14 % by Vol.
*6-bottle box
€96.00
€96,00
*6-bottle box
SANTA CRISTINA
Vin Santo
SANTA CRISTINA
Vin Santo
Geographical indication: Vin Santo della Valdichiana DOC
Vintage: 2020
Bottle Size: 375ml
Alcoholic percentage: 14 % by Vol.
Shipping
€96,00
*6-bottle box
SANTA CRISTINA
Vin Santo
Vin Santo
Unique flavors and the pleasures of good living
Climate
The first half of the 2020 growing season was defined by mild temperatures and repeated rain showers that provided generous groundwater resources. In April, vine development was slightly behind schedule but caught up to a normal pace during bud break and the following phases of flowering and fruit set thanks to abundant water reserves in the vineyards and normal stable temperatures. The arrival of July brought sunny skies and warm weather without any extreme heat events. Scattered rain showers at the end of August gave way to hot sunny weather in September.
The grape harvest began at the beginning of September with Malvasia and was completed within a ten-day timeframe with Trebbiano Toscano.
Fermentation and Aging
The grapes were harvested directly into drying crates, a method that preserves whole healthy berries and avoids damaging the fruit. The desiccating process lasted several months in which the grapes achieved elevated natural sugar concentration levels. The dried berries were then gently pressed, and the free run wine was transferred directly into oak casks where alcoholic fermentation took place. Fermentation came to a halt naturally when the wine reached 14° alcohol level, preserving natural residual sugars. Fermentation was initiated using mainly older starter cultures (madre) from Valdichiana and other specifically selected yeasts.
Tasting Notes
Both grape varieties, Trebbiano and Malvasia, were harvested during the first half of September.
€96,00
*6-bottle box