Description
Ruffino’s Vin Santo del Chianti DOC “Serelle” is an icon of Tuscan tradition, a dessert wine that embodies patience and craftsmanship. It is the classic companion to cantucci, but its complexity makes it suitable for much more.
Here is a detailed description of the profile of this wine:
Organoleptic Characteristics
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Color: It has an intense, bright amber color with warm golden hues that anticipate its viscous texture.
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Nose: The bouquet is broad and enveloping. Crisp notes of dried fruit (apricot and figs) emerge, followed by hints of honey, candied orange peel and a delicate trail of vanilla and caramel resulting from long aging.
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Taste: The palate is sweet and velvety, but never cloying. The sweetness is well balanced by a pleasant acidic freshness that cleanses the palate, leaving a very long finish reminiscent of toasted almond and date.
Technical Data and Production
The magic of Serelle lies in its method of production, which follows rhythms of yesteryear:
| Component | Description |
| Grapes | Primarily Malvasia del Chianti and Trebbiano Toscano. |
| Withering | The clusters are carefully selected and left to dry on racks until they reach a high sugar concentration. |
| Fermentation | It takes place very slowly in small wooden barrels called caratelli. |
| Aging | It rests for at least 3 years in kegs, where controlled oxidation develops its unique tertiary aromas. |
Recommended pairings
Although pairing with Prato cantucci is the quintessential “marriage,” Serelle also surprises in different contexts:
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Dry pastries: Apricot tarts, almond cookies or Sienese panforte.
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Herbed Cheeses: Pairing with a spicy Gorgonzola or Roquefort creates a sublime sweet-savory contrast.
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Fatty Liver (Foie Gras): Its structure holds up perfectly to the fattiness of the dish.
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Meditation Wine: Great to sip alone at the end of a meal, perhaps in front of a fireplace.
Serving suggestion: Serve slightly chilled, ideally between 10°C and 12°C, in small glasses with an upward closure to concentrate the aromas.
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