Occhio di Pernice 2011 Vin Santo di Montepulciano DOC, from 0.10 Lt Avignonesi

Occhio di Pernice 2011 Vin Santo di Montepulciano DOC Avignonesi

Occhio di Pernice 2011 Vin Santo di Montepulciano DOC by Avignonesi is a sweet Tuscan wine with a strong personality, an authentic expression of a historical and artisanal tradition. Made with 100% Sangiovese, it combines intensity, aromatic complexity, and a meditative profile that makes it ideal for those seeking a great dessert wine or a precious sip to enjoy slowly. The 0.10 L format enhances its exclusive character and tasting dimension.

Territory and wine style

The Vin Santo di Montepulciano DOC represents one of the most recognizable symbols of Tuscan winemaking tradition. In this interpretation, Avignonesi expresses a deep connection with the territory of Montepulciano and a style that favors slowness, concentration, and aromatic richness. The drying of the grapes and the long maturation contribute to creating a structured sweet wine, capable of telling the memory of the territory and the Sangiovese's vocation to express even rarer and more surprising forms.

Tasting notes

In the glass, Occhio di Pernice 2011 shows an intense and deep color, with warm reflections that anticipate the richness of the sip. The bouquet is broad and enveloping, with hints of dried plums, dates, dehydrated apricots, malaga, tobacco, propolis, smoked hazelnut, panpepato, and sweet spices. On the palate, it is soft, sweet, and concentrated, with a rich and velvety texture that accompanies a very long persistence. The result is an elegant and complex meditation wine, capable of evolving slowly in the glass.

Recommended pairings

Occhio di Pernice 2011 Vin Santo di Montepulciano DOC pairs coherently with Tuscan cantucci, almond cookies, fruit tarts, and desserts based on caramelized or dehydrated fruit. It is also excellent with blue cheeses and aged pecorino, where the sweetness of the wine finds a pleasant contrast in the savoriness and structure of the dish. It can also be enjoyed on its own, as a conversation wine or a refined conclusion to an important dinner.

Serving temperature

The ideal temperature to serve Occhio di Pernice 2011 is between 12 and 14°C. It does not require decanting, but a few minutes of oxygenation in the glass can help release the complexity of the aromatic profile and make the tasting even more harmonious.

Why buy it

Choosing Occhio di Pernice 2011 Vin Santo di Montepulciano DOC means bringing home a rare, identity-rich wine full of charm, crafted by a winery recognized for the quality of its Tuscan interpretation. It is a bottle designed for special occasions, for those who love characterful sweet wines, and for those who desire an elegant, deep, and memorable meal finale. The 0.10 L format makes it perfect for an exclusive tasting or a guaranteed impactful gift.