Character & context
Understanding Vin Santo
Tuscan Vin Santo traditionally begins with grapes dried after harvest, followed by fermentation and ageing in small barrels. Trebbiano and Malvasia are familiar reference points, while red-grape versions also exist. Sweetness varies: select an explicitly sweet bottling for dessert rather than assuming every Vin Santo has the same richness. Producer choices leave room for fresh fruit, nutty depth and an oxidative character.
Further reading: Consorzio Vino Chianti — Vin Santo del Chianti · Fèlsina — Vin Santo
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