Quaranta Altari Vinsanto Del Chianti DOC 2020 Frescobaldi Cellars

The Vinsanto del Chianti "Quaranta Altari" 2020 by Frescobaldi, with Trebbiano Toscano and Malvasia Bianca Lunga grapes, is a golden yellow DOC wine, tending towards amber. Scent of raisins, walnuts, figs, prunes and honey. In the mouth it is warm, round and balanced, with a persistent and elegant finish. Ideal with Tuscan desserts and pastries, it is served at 12-14°C.

Forty Altars - Vin santo del Chianti 2020 Cantine Frescobaldi

History and Tradition

The Vinsanto del Chianti "Quaranta Altari" 2020 represents a rich legacy of the Frescobaldi winery. This wine is linked to a historical episode of the 17th century, when Bartolomeo Frescobaldi, to appease the wrath of Pope Clement XI, undertook the construction of 40 churches in Tuscany. This history gives the wine a unique and fascinating character.

Organolactic characteristics

The "Forty Altars" it is a wine of exceptional quality. It has a golden yellow color, which turns towards amber, symbol of its richness and intensity. On the nose, notes of raisins, walnuts, figs, dried plums and honey stand out, an olfactory bouquet that heralds a memorable tasting experience.

In the mouth, the wine expresses itself with a surprising balance between warmth, roundness and a well-balanced structure. The taste-olfactory correspondence is remarkable, leaving the palate satisfied with an elegant and refined persistence.

Pairings and Service

This Vinsanto is an excellent companion at the end of a meal, especially when accompanied by typical Tuscan pastry desserts. It is also ideal for meditation or to accompany a selection of dried fruit. To fully appreciate its qualities, we recommend serving it at a temperature between 12 and 14°C, after leaving it to decant for an hour. Its longevity of 10-15 years makes it a perfect wine to be kept and enjoyed over time.