Vin Santo Quaranta Altari 2020 Frescobaldi 75 cl

Description

History

The history of the Frescobaldi family in Tuscany is often the history of Tuscany itself; tradition and roots date back as far as 1300, when Dino Frescobaldi, a poet friend of Dante Alighieri, gave him back the first seven cantos of the Divine Comedy, thus allowing him to complete the work. More or less in the same period the family acquired some estates in Chianti and began producing and marketing wine. Many centuries later, around 1855, they were the ones who planted some international vines such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay right here in Tuscany. 1900 was a century of great revolution for Italian agriculture and consequently also for the company; Production methods will be innovated and new possessions acquired thanks to the wise guidance of Vittorio, Ferdinando and Leonardo Frescobaldi. Today the baton has been passed to Lamberto Frescobaldi, member of the thirtieth generation of the family, who, thanks to the knowledge acquired, manages the family heritage. Pomino Castle dates back to 1500 and stands at an altitude of 500-700 m above sea level, a height that is usually difficult to find in the hills of central Tuscany and which allows strong day-night temperature variations suitable for the cultivation of white grape varieties and Pinot Noir.

Grapes used

White Malvasia

Tuscan Trebbiano

Production method

During the harvest, the best grapes are selected and dried naturally. They are then placed in sealed containers. During maturation in these small barrels, malolactic fermentation follows; the Vin Santo is then aged for 5 years.

Alcohol content

14%

Tasting notes

Golden yellow tending towards amber. Aromas of raisins, walnuts, figs, plums and honey. In the mouth it is warm, elegant, balanced, with notable persistence.

Possible combinations

Paired with Tuscan cantucci, dried fruit and dry pastries. Also excellent as a meditation wine.