Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG

Lively Youth

Panizzi's story began with this label in 1989. Vernaccia di San Gimignano in its fresh and ready-to-drink version. Dynamic sip and versatility at the table thanks to the typical freshness supported by the characteristic structure of this grape variety. It is the naturally contemporary interpretation of an ancient wine steeped in history.

GRAPE VARIETY

95% Vernaccia di San Gimignano, 5% Manzoni Bianco

Vinification/aging

Aimed at enhancing citrus and saline varietal characteristics. Soft whole cluster pressing, fermentation and maturation in steel tanks, resting on the lees for 5 months. Followed by aging in bottle for a minimum of 3 months.

Sensory notes

Light straw color with greenish highlights, bright with freshness. On the nose white flowers, lime, citrus and stone fruit, apple and pear. Slender on the palate, well-structured, with characteristic saline finish reminiscent of the San Gimignano area.

Serving Temperature

10-12°C

Pairings

sushi and raw fish, pasta, white meats, fresh cheeses, fried foods

Conservation

Enjoy young or keep for 5-7 years

Origin

Grapes from all estate vineyards (Larniano, Montagnana, Santa Margherita, Lazzeretto)

Soil

predominantly tuffaceous soils with variable presence of yellow clays

Training system

spurred cordon

Density

5000 vines/ha

Yield per ha

60 hl/ha

AWARD-WINNING VINTAGES

2023 vintage

91 James Suckling, 91 5Stars Wines 2024 Vinitaly 90 Decanter WWA 2024, Rosso @ Wine Hunter Awards Merano 2024, TOP WINE / BEST BUY Slow Wine 2024

2022 vintage

90 5Stars Wines Vinitaly 2023, 90 James Suckling, Rosso @ Merano Wine Hunter Awards 2023

2021 vintage

91 James Suckling, 91 Decanter WWA 2022, Rosso @ Merano Wine Hunter Awards 2022, 91 Essential Guide Italy Daniele Cernilli, 90 Falstaff Wein Guide 2023

2020 vintage

92 James Suckling, 92 Decanter WWA 2021, 92 Int. Wine Challenge 2021, , 90 Falstaff Vernaccia SG Trophy, Rosso @ Merano Wine Hunter Awards 2021

2019 vintage

92 Wine Spectator, 90 Robert Parker, 90 Essential Guide Italy Daniele Cernilli, 3 Stars Vini Buoni d'Italia

2018 vintage

91 James Suckling