San Ginesio

About the wine

The San Ginesio DOC, established in 2007, represents a unique viticultural enclave in the Marche region, specifically within the province of Macerata. The denomination is distinctive for its dual focus: a structured red wine based on Sangiovese, and a traditional sparkling wine (spumante) crafted primarily from the local Vernaccia Nera grape. The red wine is typically a blend featuring Sangiovese as the backbone, complemented by international varieties like Cabernet and Merlot, resulting in a harmonious, ruby-red wine. The spumante, available in secco and dolce styles, showcases the versatility of Vernaccia Nera, known for its persistent fine perlage and characteristic bitter-almond finish. The production zone, centered around the town of San Ginesio, benefits from a sub-Apennine climate and calcareous-clay soils, which impart significant acidity and structure to the wines. This DOC reflects a long-standing local tradition of home-crafted sparkling wines, now elevated to a regulated, high-quality standard that bridges historical practices with modern enological precision.

Grape varieties

Production & aging

The production area is located in the province of Macerata, Marche, encompassing the communes of San Ginesio, Caldarola, Camporotondo di Fiastrone, Cessapalombo, Ripe San Ginesio, Gualdo, Colmurano, Sant'Angelo in Pontano, and Loro Piceno. This sub-Apennine hilly territory is situated between the Chienti and Fiastra rivers, characterized by calcareous-clay soils and altitudes generally ranging from 300 to 700 meters above sea level.