Friends stayed at this vino tourismo in Tuscany and shared this bottle bought on site.  It is a blend of 47% Malvasia Bianca, 47% Trebbiano, and 6% Malvasia Nera.  Light brown in color, bright and mostly opaque.  The nose is excellent with figs, some apricot and slight orange peel.  Viscous texture.  Good acidity.  On the palate, this is sweet, not cloying.  Flavors of figs, slight honey, and a bit of apricot.  Good finish.  This is nice on its own, but may have been better with a biscotti.  Still vibrant if showing some age.  It could probably go another decade, maybe two.  

Grade: 
A-
Score: 
92
Vintage: 
2001
Current Price: 
$60.00USD