Santa Cristina 2020 Vin Santo del Valdichiana 375 ml

A classic Tuscan dessert wine that delivers warmth, richness, and tradition in equal measure, the Santa Cristina 2020 Vin Santo del Valdichiana is luscious yet balanced. Honeyed dried fruit, toasted nut complexity, and gentle oxidative depth make this a deeply comforting and elegant Vin Santo — ideal for slow sipping or pairing with traditional Italian desserts.

Origins & Craftsmanship

Produced in Valdichiana, Tuscany, this Vin Santo reflects one of Italy’s most historic and beloved sweet wine traditions. Santa Cristina crafts this wine from a blend of Trebbiano Toscano and Malvasia grapes, harvested at full ripeness and then air-dried after harvest to concentrate sugars and flavors.

Once dried, the grapes are gently pressed and the must is fermented and aged for several years in small oak casks, where slow oxidation plays a crucial role in shaping the wine’s amber color, nutty aromatics, and layered complexity. This long, patient aging process allows sweetness, acidity, and oak character to integrate seamlessly, producing a Vin Santo that is rich without heaviness and expressive without excess.

Bottled in the traditional 375 ml format, this wine is intended for savoring — a small pour delivering a full sensory experience.

Critics Reviews

Professional Italian wine critics consistently regard Santa Cristina’s Vin Santo as a reliable and authentic expression of the style, often noting:

• Its classic balance of sweetness and acidity, which prevents the wine from feeling cloying

• Well-developed oxidative character, showing dried fruit, nut, and honey notes typical of traditional Vin Santo

• Strong value and consistency, making it a trusted reference point for Tuscan dessert wines

While Vin Santo is less frequently scored numerically than table wines, critics emphasize its stylistic authenticity, purity, and food-pairing versatility, particularly with biscotti and aged cheeses.

Tasting Profile

Nose:
Warm and inviting, with aromas of dried apricot, golden raisin, and honey, layered with toasted almond, hazelnut, and vanilla. Subtle pastry spice and caramelized sugar add depth.

Palate:
Rich and silky, offering fig, apricot compote, and honeyed citrus, balanced by gentle acidity. Nutty tones — almond and walnut — intertwine with soft oak and a touch of orange peel, creating depth without excess sweetness.

Finish:
Long and harmonious, with lingering dried fruit, roasted nuts, and honey, finishing clean and warming with a refined oxidative edge.

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