2019 VERNACCIA DI SAN GIMIGNANO LE CALCINAIE - 12x75cl

Tasting Notes

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  Goedhuis, April 2020

  A gorgeous glassful of Tuscan sunshine. This thirst-quenching organic white has bright, tangy aromas of Granny Smith apples and pears that continue on the palate. Juicy citrus flavours are held together beautifully by the characteristic weight and texture one expects from a good Vernaccia. A wine with youthful tension and a lovely hint of orange zest on the finish.

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  Wine Advocate, December 2020,
  Score: 90

  From vintner Simone Santini, the Tenuta le Calcinaie 2019 Vernaccia di San Gimignano is another exciting and fresh white wine made from organic fruit. This Tuscan appellation excels in terms of the high percentage of estates that farm sustainably. In the case of this wine, you get lovely aromas of stone fruit and pear, with salty mineral notes. This is a lean-bodied white that prioritizes primary fruit; however, Tenuta le Calcinaie boasts more textural richness and depth than most. It's a great choice for fried seafood—and a great value to boot.

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  James Suckling, September 2020,
  Score: 90

  Lots of lemon, lime and some fennel aromas and flavors. Full-bodied, fruity and creamy. Very nicely done for Vernccia di San Gimignano. From organically grown grapes. Drink now.

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Producer

Tenuta le Calcinaie

Tenuta Le Calcinaie is owned and run by one of the most delightful and passionate winemakers in all of Italy, Simone Santini. He produces exceptional organically certified Vernaccia from his estate that he purchased in 1984 and built up slowly to its first commercial release in 1993. Simone’s vineyards are planted in a unique terroir. Richly laden with ancient sea fossils (similar to the soil in Chablis), these calcium-rich shells dissolve into the earth during rainstorms. This water is then absorbed by the vine adding a soft salinity to his whites. Extended lees maceration creates additional complexity and roundness. His use of stainless steel tanks on many of his wines ensures exceptional purity of fruit which is long lived and refreshing, yet full on the palate.