{"product_id":"badia-a-coltibuono-vin-santo-del-chianti-classico-occhio-di-pernice-0375l-2009","title":"Badia a Coltibuono Vin Santo del Chianti Classico Occhio di Pernice 0.375L 2009","description":"\u003cp\u003eBadia a Coltibuono Vin Santo del Chianti Classico Occhio di Pernice 2009 is a rare, meditative dessert wine from the heart of Tuscany, crafted in tiny quantities and released only after long, patient aging. Made from Sangiovese grapes in the traditional Vin Santo style, this half-bottle offers remarkable depth, concentration, and complexity in every sip. As an “Occhio di Pernice” (partridge’s eye), it represents the most precious and intense form of Vin Santo, historically reserved for special guests and occasions in Tuscan households.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this 2009 Occhio di Pernice shows a deep amber to mahogany hue, with copper and brick reflections that hint at its long aging and natural concentration. The nose is intensely aromatic and layered, with notes of dried figs, dates, candied orange peel, roasted hazelnuts, caramelized sugar, honey, and sweet spices, alongside touches of tobacco leaf, walnut, and dried rose.\n\nOn the palate, it is rich and velvety, yet beautifully balanced by a vibrant acidity that keeps the sweetness lifted and precise. Flavors of dried apricot, fig jam, rum-soaked raisins, toffee, cocoa, and toasted almonds unfold slowly, supported by subtle oxidative notes and a long, warming finish. This vintage has excellent aging potential: while already harmonious and complex, it can continue to evolve in bottle for many more years, developing deeper nutty, spicy, and tertiary nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes for Badia a Coltibuono’s Occhio di Pernice come from estate vineyards in the Chianti Classico zone of Tuscany, where Sangiovese vines grow on well-drained, stony soils rich in limestone and galestro, at elevations that ensure good diurnal temperature swings. Only carefully selected, perfectly ripe Sangiovese bunches are harvested by hand, then traditionally laid out or hung to dry (appassimento) for several months, concentrating sugars and flavors. After a gentle pressing of the semi-dried grapes, the must ferments slowly and is aged for many years in small wooden casks, often old “caratelli,” in ventilated cellars where natural temperature changes help shape the wine’s distinctive oxidative complexity and sweetness. The result is a handcrafted, small-production dessert wine that captures the soul of Tuscan tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Vin Santo Occhio di Pernice is superb on its own as a contemplative after-dinner wine, but it shines alongside classic Tuscan cantucci (almond biscuits), hazelnut or almond tarts, panforte, and pastries with dried fruits and nuts. It also pairs beautifully with blue cheeses, aged pecorino, foie gras, or even dark chocolate desserts that are not overly sweet. Serve slightly chilled, around 12–14°C (54–57°F), to enhance its aromatics and balance. A brief decanting or allowing the wine to rest in the glass for a few minutes is recommended, as exposure to air helps open up the layers of aroma and flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBadia a Coltibuono is one of Tuscany’s most historic estates, with origins dating back to a 11th-century Benedictine abbey in the hills of Chianti. Over the centuries, the property has played an important role in shaping the identity of Chianti Classico, both as a center of viticulture and as a guardian of traditional winemaking practices. Today, the estate is recognized for its commitment to organic farming, authenticity, and terroir-driven wines, from classic Sangiovese reds to revered Vin Santo. Its Vin Santo and Occhio di Pernice bottlings, in particular, are considered benchmarks for the style, earning consistent praise from critics and collectors worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Badia a Coltibuono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255072936273,"sku":"XW-55615","price":69.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/badia-a-coltibuono-vin-santo-del-chianti-classico-occhio-di-pernice-0-375l-2009_55615_1_52817129-1363-4ec3-9e7c-dc423979c44e.webp?v=1783456538","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/badia-a-coltibuono-vin-santo-del-chianti-classico-occhio-di-pernice-0375l-2009","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}