Felsina Vin Santo del Chianti Classico 2005 (375ML)

92 WA / 91 WS / 90 WE / 17.5 JR

Made with Trebbiano, Malvasia and Sangiovese, the 2005 Vin Santo del Chianti Classico opens to a brilliant amber color and thick viscosity that hugs to the rim of the glass. Oak-driven tones of vanilla and caramel are immediately apparent, but quickly followed by candied fruit, butterscotch and orange peel. Clusters undergo a natural drying process on mats until February of the following year. The must is transferred to sealed oak casks containing the “mother,” or gelatinous remains from previous vintages. - Monica Larner, Wine Advocate

This sweet and mellow mix of butterscotch, caramel and salted almond flavors is shaped by vibrant acidity, which brings focus on the long butterscotch aftertaste. Drink now through 2019. 1,700 cases made. - Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator

Made with 80% Malvasia-Trebbiano and 20% Sangiovese, this classic Tuscan dessert wine conveys aromas of pastry and nut. The palate delivers chestnut honey, dried apricot, citrus zest and a smooth, lingering finish. - Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast

Malvasia, Sangiovese and Trebbiano in equal parts. Seven years in caratelli (50- to 100-litre barrels). Deep ochre. Honeyed barley-sugar nose. Honeyed and viscous on the palate with that barley-sugar flavour cut through by the the acidity. Intoxicating in every way. (JH) - Jancis Robinson .com