Grignano Vin Santo del Chianti Rufina 2018 375ml

Expert Review - Vintage 2018

James Suckling 91 Points | Dried red dates with intense roasted nut aromas followed by a subtle smokiness. Luscious, concentrated, and powerful. Shows some development with nutty notes at the end.

The Wine Enthusiast 90 Points | A coppery color aptly prefaces a salty, umami nose that features pungent aromas of toasted nuts, aged cheese, honey and citrus blossom. The palate brings more nuts and honey, along with notes of apple, toffee and milk chocolate, along with a dusting of orange zest.

Memo Summary Notes

This wine is a classic example of the traditional "Holy Wine" of Tuscany, produced by Fattoria di Grignano. It is a masterful blend of 65% Malvasia del Chianti and 35% Trebbiano.

Pair with

• Cantucci (Biscotti): The traditional Italian way—dip the almond cookies directly into the wine.

• Mature Cheeses: A sharp Pecorino Toscano or even a blue cheese like Gorgonzola Piccante creates a beautiful "umami" contrast.

• Foie Gras: The high acidity and sweetness cut through the richness perfectly.