Riserva
⏳ Drinking Window
2020 - 2028
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Slow-roasted wild boar ragù over pappardelle, grilled Bistecca alla Fiorentina, or aged Pecorino Toscano cheese.
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the sun-drenched hills of Tuscany, Santa Margherita's Riserva represents a harmonious marriage of historic tradition and modern winemaking precision. This red wine is typically crafted from a base of Sangiovese, the signature grape of the region, often complemented by small additions of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The grapes are sourced from selected vineyards in the heart of Tuscany, where the soil—rich in clay and limestone—imparts a distinctive mineral complexity and structured tannins. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes traditional aging in oak casks, allowing the vibrant cherry and wild berry notes to integrate beautifully with nuances of spice, leather, and vanilla. This wine pays homage to the legacy of Count Gaetano Marzotto, who founded Santa Margherita in 1935 with a vision to champion Italy's diverse agricultural terroirs.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1935 by Count Gaetano Marzotto, Santa Margherita began as an ambitious agricultural revitalization project based in Fossalta di Portogruaro and has since evolved into one of Italy's most iconic and internationally acclaimed wine estates. The winery revolutionized global wine culture in 1961 when it pioneered the white vinification of pink-skinned Pinot Grigio grapes in the Adige Valley, creating a crisp, fresh, and aromatic style that redefined Italian white wine. Today, Santa Margherita curates prime vineyards across Italy's most celebrated terroirs, including Alto Adige, Valdobbiadene, Tuscany, and Lombardy. Guided by a deep dedication to sustainability, precision, and regional authenticity, the estate is renowned for its benchmark Pinot Grigio, elegant Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore sparkling wines, refined Chianti Classico reds, and vibrant rosés.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Sangiovese (min 80%), Canaiolo, Colorino, Cabernet Sauvignon