San Felice
Vin Santo Chianti Classico Belcaro 0.375L 2016
| Denomination | DOC Vin Santo del Chianti Classico |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,375 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Aging | Fermentation and ageing for at least 5 years in small oak barrels (caratelli). |
- Format and alcohol content: 0.375 L bottle with 14% alcohol by volume; Vin Santo del Chianti Classico DOC 2016
- Vinification: grapes harvested in October and left to dry on racks until December
- Ageing: slow fermentation and maturation for at least 5 years in small oak casks
- Aromatic profile: amber colour with notes of almond, apricot, honey and a hint of spice
- Taste and pairings: balanced sweetness and freshness; ideal with cantucci and dry pastries
Description
What kind of wine it is
San Felice Vin Santo Chianti Classico Belcaro is a dessert wine that faithfully embodies the character of the Vin Santo area of Chianti Classico. It displays a bright amber hue, introducing an intense aromatic profile characterised by notes of almond, apricot, honey and a delicate spiciness. On the palate, its structure stands out for a measured sweetness, perfectly balanced by lively freshness. This balance ensures a clean and persistent sip, ideal for ending a meal with utmost elegance.
Where it comes from
The vineyards of the San Felice estate are located in Castelnuovo Berardenga, in the Sienese area of the Chianti Classico region. The vines are cultivated using the Guyot method on medium-textured soils rich in stones. The soil is notable for its high content of calcareous-marly clays, resulting from the disintegration of Alberese and Galestro rocks, typical of the Monte Morello formation. This distinctive geological composition gives the wine an orderly structure and supports its natural acidity, preserving its vitality over time.
How it is produced
Production begins in October with the grape harvest, followed by meticulous drying on racks that continues until December. After gentle pressing, the dense, concentrated must undergoes a slow fermentation. The entire process, including ageing, takes place for at least five years in small oak barrels, the traditional caratelli, which define its complexity. The result is a wine of great harmony, perfect for pairing with cantucci and small pastries, in keeping with the most authentic Tuscan gastronomic tradition.
Tasting notes
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Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
- Start up year: 1968
- Oenologist: Leonardo Bellaccini
- Hectares: 188
Our winemaker, Leonardo Bellaccini, has pioneered many unique practices. Importantly he sees distinctive characteristics in each of San Felice’s undulating slopes and he treats each vine within the vineyard individually. Having identified five macro-areas Leonardo and his team has planted the grape varieties which thrive in the specific geography and soil. Read more
| Name | San Felice Vin Santo Chianti Classico Belcaro 0.375L 2016 |
|---|---|
| Type | White green dessert wine dessert wine |
| Denomination | Vin Santo del Chianti Classico DOC |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Size | 0,375 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | San Felice |
| Origin | Tenuta di San Felice (Castelnuovo Berardenga, Siena) |
| Soil composition | Medium-textured and rich in skeleton. Predominantly clay of calcareous-marl origin, derived from the disintegration of Alberese and Galestro, resting on the Monte Morello formation. |
| Cultivation system | Guyot |
| Harvest | First week of October |
| Fermentation | and ageing for at least 5 years |
| Production technique | Drying on racks; soft pressing; slow fermentation and ageing in small oak barrels (caratelli) |
| Wine making | The grapes, harvested and dried on racks, are gently pressed in December. |
| Aging | Fermentation and ageing for at least 5 years in small oak barrels (caratelli). |
| Total acidity | 6.0 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 85.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |