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Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG
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Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG

White San Gimignano Colombaio di Santa Chiara Estate
18,45 €
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7,5/10

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Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG 2023 de Colombaio di Santa Chiara, cépage autochtone, sols calcaires, fermentation en inox et quelques mois en bouteille. Aucune distinction ni mention bio ou vegan ; prix de 18,45 €.

  • Typicity & terroir25 %8,4

    DOCG de San Gimignano avec le cépage autochtone Vernaccia, zone et sols calcaires nommés, notes florales et minérales cohérentes : ancrage net.

  • Recognition20 %6,2

    Aucune distinction ni guide nommé : la réputation n'est pas documentée, la note reste dans la fourchette neutre prévue.

  • Value for money25 %7,2

    DOCG simple à 18,45 € avec prix barré à 20,21 € : tarif cohérent pour son rang, sans distinction qui tirerait la valeur plus haut.

  • Versatility at the table15 %8,1

    Accords variés et précis (antipasti, poisson, viandes blanches, volailles), profil floral et minéral décrit, service à 10-12 °C : usage facile.

  • Producer & winemaking15 %7,5

    Domaine Colombaio di Santa Chiara nommé à San Gimignano, fermentation en inox à température contrôlée, élevage bref en inox puis quelques mois en bouteille.

Évaluée le 20 October 2026 · fiabilité des informations : average

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Technical sheet

Grape varietyVernaccia
AppellationDOCG
Production zoneSan Gimignano
Vintage2023
Alcohol content13.0%
Format75 cl
ColorPale straw white
Serving temperature10-12°C
Food and wine pairingAntipasti, fish, white meats

The wine

Vernaccia di San Gimignano: The Brilliance of Colombaio di Santa Chiara

Imagine yourself in the heart of Tuscany, under the generous sun of San Gimignano. It was there that I discovered a gem, a white wine that whispers the story of its lands: the Vernaccia di San Gimignano from the Colombaio di Santa Chiara estate. This wine is not just a drink, it is an invitation to travel, a sip of Tuscan authenticity.

The Limestone Terroir of San Gimignano

The San Gimignano area, famous for its medieval towers, is also a land of vines where the winemaking tradition is deeply rooted. The Colombaio di Santa Chiara estate passionately cultivates the Vernaccia grape variety, an indigenous emblem of this region. The limestone soils and the ideal sun exposure give this wine a remarkable sapidity and freshness, faithful reflections of its origin.

The 2023 Vernaccia from Colombaio di Santa Chiara is the result of fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, a method that preserves all the vitality and aromatic purity of the grapes. After a brief stay in steel, the wine refines for a few months in the bottle, developing its complexity while retaining its liveliness. To the eye, you will be charmed by its pale, brilliant yellow color. On the nose, delicate floral notes, aromas of white-fleshed fruits and a light mineral touch blossom. On the palate, you will discover a refined balance between vibrant freshness and a pleasant structure, all crowned by a clean, persistent finish.

Delicious Pairings with the Vernaccia

This wine is a true gastronomic chameleon. I warmly recommend it to accompany light antipasti, delicate fish dishes or white meats. Its freshness and minerality make it an excellent partner for marine flavors, while its structure allows it to pair harmoniously with poultry. It is the ideal companion for a summer lunch on the terrace or an aperitif with friends, offering a touch of elegance and conviviality. Let yourself be tempted by this Vernaccia, it will reveal the authentic soul of Tuscany with every sip.

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Forget the clichés about Tuscany that swears only by red: on this limestone terroir of San Gimignano, this Vernaccia DOCG offers a mineral tension perfect for waking up a grilled fish or antipasti.

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