Panizzi Vigna Santa Margherita Vernaccia di San Gimignano Riserva DOCG

Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG, Italy

Single-vineyard Riserva from the Santa Margherita plot on tufa soil; Panizzi's flagship Vernaccia. Partial barrel fermentation and 12 months lees ageing; complex and textured. White peach, almond, hazelnut, and a distinctive tufa mineral weight. The proof that Vernaccia can age 5–8 years. One of Italy's most undervalued serious white wines.

Pairing intelligence

• fish course: Riserva Vernaccia's hazelnut and mineral depth elevate the finest flatfish; saffron echoes the wine's textured complexity
• main: Tuscan white wine with Tuscan truffles; Panizzi Riserva's almond-mineral depth bridges the intense truffle without overwhelming
• main: Vernaccia's citrus acidity and texture complement veal piccata's bright lemon sauce; almond echoes the Parmigiano