Vinsanto Vinsanto Valdichiana D.O.C.

Vinsanto | Vinsanto Valdichiana D.O.C.
Grape variety
Tuscan Trebbiano, Tuscan Malvasia, S. Colombano, and Canaiolo
Vineyard
About 2 hectares with Southern exposure
Planting density: 3 x 0.8
Spur-trained system
Age of grapevines: from 12 to 26 years
Soil
Mainly consisting of marl
Elevation: 300 m.a.s.l.
Grape harvest
Around mid-late September, depending on the season; grapes are then selected, harvested and hung to dry.
Yield
5000 kg grapes / Ha
Wine–making
Grape pressing including dried stalks
Alcoholic fermentation
In small barrels named "caratelli" and oak barrels by using the best and most selected natural yeasts.
Ageing
In oak barrels for at least 5 years
Bottling
In November–December
Fining
12 months in bottles stored in the wine storage area of the winery
Annual production
2,000 bottles on average
Organoleptic properties
Colour: typical colour of Tuscan sunsets
Bouquet: intense with hints of almonds and dried fruits
Flavour: fresh, soft with a good acidity-sweetness balance
Pairing
Excellent with almond pastries, jam tarts, and dark chocolate desserts. Meditation wine. Service temperature: 10°-14°C.