Fattoria di Basciano Vin Santo
WHY WE LOVE IT
- Vin Santo is produced only in the best years and in very limited quantities.
- Obtained following the rules of the traditional technique, although slightly modified, this dessert wine is mostly the outcome of the passion, attention and imagination of all those who contribute to producing it.
- With a high residual sugar, it is a classic dessert wine.
Varietal Composition: Trebbiano Toscano, Malvasia del Chianti
Elaboration: Appassimento of the grapes until the beginning of February. Pressing followed by decanting of the must for about 2 weeks. Fermentation and aging for five years in small barrels of French and Slavonian oak. Drying of the grapes until the beginning of February. Soft pressure followed by decanting of the must, lasting for about two weeks. Fermentation and aging of at least five years in small barrels (“caratelli”) of Slavonian and French oak.
Tasting Notes: Antique gold color with amber hues. Very intense, complex and persistent nose with dried fruits, vanilla, orange peel aromas and flavors, incense. On the sweet palate, full bodied, balanced and with a long finish.
PRESS
2016 – 90 James Suckling | 90 Wine Enthusiast
PRODUCER BACKGROUND
Since the beginning of the 20th century the Masi family has owned the Fattoria di Basciano estate. The Masi family have been making wine here for three generations. They are located right in the heart of the Chianti Rufina area, on thee top of a hill overlooking the Argomenna Valley on one side, and the right bank of the Sieve river on the other. The vineyards are at an elevation of almost 1000′ above sea level, lying on a very stony soil, locally known as “Galestro”. The micro-climate is ideal for the ripening of grapes and olives. It is dry, with light breezes, marked by scarcity of rain and a remarkable range of night and day temperature in summertime. The 75 Ha property is divided by vineyards (35 Ha), olive orchards (20 Ha), and forest land (20 Ha).