DOC · since 2009
San Ginesio
Wine · PDO · 9 municipalities
Recognized since 2009 across nine Marche municipalities, including Caldarola, the San Ginesio DOC occupies an unusual position with zero active verified producers. What distinguishes this denomination from neighboring red wine appellations is its permissive sweetening rule, authorizing dolcificazione for the standard Rosso. This Sangiovese-led blend requires at least 50% Sangiovese and 35% of companion grapes like Vernaccia Nera, with no Riserva tier allowed. Alternatively, the sparkling Spumante style shifts focus entirely, requiring at least 85% Vernaccia Nera and dictating strict residual sugar levels: 17 to 35 grams per liter for secco, and a minimum of 50 grams per liter for dolce.
Sangiovese 50%11.5% vol min110 q/ha maxsource ↗
Production zone
Producers0 verified
The facts
- Colour
- ruby red, more or less intense
- Taste
- harmonious
- Consortium
- Istituto Marchigiano di tutela vini →
The producers 0
Frequently asked questions
- Where is San Ginesio produced?
- San Ginesio is produced in 9 municipalities in Marche, Italy: Caldarola, Camporotondo di Fiastrone, Cessapalombo, Colmurano and more.
- What grape is San Ginesio made from?
- San Ginesio is made from Sangiovese (min 50%), Vernaccia Nera, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Ciliegiolo (da soli o congiuntamente) (min 35%), altri vitigni a bacca nera non aromatici idonei alla coltivazione nelle Marche.
- What is the minimum alcohol content of San Ginesio?
- The minimum alcohol content of San Ginesio is 11.5% vol.
- What does DOC mean?
- DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) certifies that a wine is produced in a defined zone following its official disciplinare.