Vin Santo del Chianti Classico Occhio di Pernice Melini

Vin Santo del Chianti DOC • Tuscany • Melini
Category
Sweet Wines
Winery
Melini
Region
Tuscany
Alcohol
17%
Vinification
Slow alcoholic fermentation in 'caratelli', or small oak barrels
Aging
Over 10 years in the barrels
Grape varieties
Sangiovese, Pinot, Syrah
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This Vin Santo del Chianti DOC captures the distinctive personality of Tuscany terroir. With 17% alcohol content, it offers a full-bodied and robust structure. Crafted from Sangiovese, Pinot, Syrah , this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. The fruit is sourced from vineyards calcareous-marly soils, rich in skeleton, at an altitude of 350-400 metres. Vinification: slow alcoholic fermentation in 'caratelli', or small oak barrels. The wine is aged over 10 years in the barrels. A wine reflecting Tuscany's renowned terroir with elegant tannin structure and aging potential.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Authentic pasta dishes
🍽️ Mediterranean olive oil dishes
🍽️ Artisanal Italian breads
🍽️ Italian charcuterie boards
🍽️ Regional Italian cheeses
🍽️ Traditional Italian cuisine

About Tuscany Wine Region

From the rolling hills of Chianti to the coastal Maremma, Tuscany's diverse terroir produces wines of exceptional character and aging potential.

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