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Vin Santo del Chianti Classico
Curated Selection

San Fabiano Calcinaia

Vin Santo del Chianti Classico

At a Glance
Region Toscana
Type White
Curation Note

The Tasting

A guided note in three moments, by our curators

  1. Appearance & Nose

    01

    This Vin Santo presents a captivating amber hue, like liquid sunlight captured in a glass, with a subtle glycerol sheen hinting at its unctuous nature. The nose is an intoxicating perfume of dried apricots, toasted almonds, and a whisper of honeyed figs, interwoven with delicate notes of orange zest and a touch of caramel.

  2. Palate & Finish

    02

    On the palate, it unfolds with a silken, viscous texture that coats the mouth, delivering a concentrated sweetness balanced by a vibrant acidity. The flavors echo the nose, with a profound expression of baked fruit and nutty complexity leading to a long, lingering finish that leaves a pleasant warmth.

  3. At the Table

    03

    This exquisite Vin Santo is an ideal accompaniment to biscotti, aged Pecorino Toscano cheese, or a classic crème brûlée. It also shines as a contemplative digestif or paired with rich, fruit-based desserts.

Awards

  • 📜 Guida Vitae AIS 2024 CERTIFICATO DI ECCELLENZA (4 FOGLIE VERDI)
  • 🏅 WINE ADVOCATE – ROBERT PARKER & MONICA LARNER 92/100
  • 🏅 JAMES SUCKLING 93/100
  • 🏅 WEINWIRTSCHAFT 92/100
  • 📜 Guida Vitae AIS CERTIFICATO DI ECCELLENZA (5 FOGLIE VERDI)
  • 🏅 Doctor Wine 95/100
  • 🏅 WINE ENTHUSIAST 90/100
  • 🏅 LUCA GARDINI 93/100
  • 🏅 VERONELLI 93/100
  • 🏅 VINUM 17/20
  • 🏆 Decanter 92/100
  • 🏅 VERONELLI 92/100
  • 🏅 WINE ENTHUSIAST 92/100
  • 🏅 JAMES SUCKLING 97/100
  • 🏅 JAMES SUCKLING 88/100
  • 🏅 JAMES SUCKLING 90/100
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