Castelli del Grevepesa "Clemente VII" Vin Santo Chianti Classico DOC 2015 - Country: Italy - Capacity: 0.38

With a bottle like that, it is impossible not to notice. But the best part comes later, when you have the chance to taste it. Because what you discover is a wine of Tuscan tradition. A Vin Santo del Chianti Classico DOC Riserva, the result of a long and careful processing of typical grapes, Trebbiano Toscano and Malvasia del Chianti, harvested by hand and laid out to dry on straw mats, protected from humidity and mould. Vinification is slow and culminates in a very long maturation period of at least 48 months in small oak barrels. It takes much, much patience. But one is amply repaid from the very first taste, when one discovers a nectar characterised by a golden yellow colour with amber highlights. On the nose, the aromas are harmonious and appropriately intense, with a hint of bitter almond and dried fruit. The taste, on the other hand, is warm, harmonious and enveloping. Served chilled, around 12 degrees, few people know it, but Vin Santo can also be served as an aperitif. At slightly higher temperatures, around 18 degrees, however, it is suitable as a dessert wine. No harm done to the purists... But with a nice almond cantuccio, this Vin Santo really goes down well. Also try it with a spicy cheese board. ...