Vin Santo del Chianti Rufina DOC
Grape variety: Mostly Malvasia with a small percentage of Trebbiano
Region of production: Chianti Rufina, Toscana
Alcohol content: 15.5%
Case quantity: 6
Bottle size: 37.5cl
Altitude: 350 metres above sea level
Characteristics: of the soil: Rich clay soil which guarantees high water retention
Yield per hectare: An average production of 50 quintals
Visual considerations: A dark yellow with amber coloured reflections
Fragrance considerations: Intense and ample fragrance with a scent of honey, homemade “torrone” (a kind of nougat) and dried fruits.
Flavour considerations: A great complex structure pleasantly sweet and delicate with a lasting continuation.
Vinification: Harvesting is done by hand and the grapes are placed in small wooden crates and are then placed on characteristic straw mats in a special room for the drying process where they remain until December when the pressing stage takes place. The “mosto” obtained is then placed into typical casks for about three years where a long and slow fermentation takes place.
Food combination: To go with traditional or contemporary desserts such as tiramisu or almond tart, and perfect served with cantucci biscuits to dip in.
How to serve: Serve at a temperature of 16/18°C.