TITLE: Vin Santo
APPELLATION: Vin Santo del Chianti Classico DOCG
PRODUCER: Castello di Meleto
REGION: Toscana
OVERVIEW_VARIETAL: 90% TREBBIANO, 5% SANGIOVESE, 5% MALVASIA
OVERVIEW_PROCESS: Fermentation and maturation take place in acacia and cherry wood casks, sealed and kept in rooms with strong seasonal temperature variations. The casks are filled only to 70%. Aging in the casks lasts a minimum of 4–5 years.
OVERVIEW_SERVING_TEMP :61–64 °F
OVERVIEW_ALCOHOL: 12,5%
PROFILE_COLOR: Amber yellow
PROFILE_NOSE: Dried fruit, honey, apricot, with hints of vanilla and spice
PROFILE_FINISH: Full-bodied, velvety, with great structure and roundness
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PAIRING: Not just for the classic cantuccini, it is also perfect with foie gras and pâté, and ideal for pairing with aged cheeses.
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