The Maremma and its wines

The Maremma is one of the most dynamic and fascinating wine districts of Tuscany southern, located between the provinces of Grosseto, Livorno and part of Siena, and looking out over the Tyrrhenian Sea. This land, once marshy and later reclaimed, is today one of the areas best suited to producing intense reds, savoury whites and elegant rosés, thanks to the the Mediterranean climate, the mineral soils and the wide temperature swing between day and night.

The Maremma is famous for its modern reading of native and international grape varieties, where Morellino di Scansano, Vermentino, Ciliegiolo e Cabernet Sauvignon find ideal conditions to express themselves with balance, elegance and strength.

What is the Maremma wine district?

Viticulture in the Maremma has grown considerably over the past 30 years, making its name with quality appellations and increasingly sustainable growing. The main DOC and DOCG include:

• Morellino di Scansano DOCG → A red based on Sangiovese, full-bodied and fruity.
• Maremma Toscana DOC → Broad and flexible, it takes in reds, whites, rosés and passito wines from native and international grape varieties.
• Parrina DOC and Capalbio DOC → Micro-zones of great typicity.
• Montecucco DOCG → Sangiovese grown at the foot of Monte Amiata, between Montalcino e Scansano.

The Great Wine Regions of the Maremma

1. Morellino di Scansano

• Main grape varieties: Sangiovese (min. 85%), Ciliegiolo, Alicante.
• Style: A fruity, spicy red, excellent even young or with short ageing.
• Appellation: Morellino di Scansano DOCG.

2. Maremma Toscana DOC

• Main grape varieties: Vermentino, Viognier, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot, Ciliegiolo.
• Style: A broad spectrum of styles, from fresh whites to complex reds.
• Appellation: Maremma Toscana DOC.

3. Montecucco

• Main grape varieties: Sangiovese.
• Style: Structured reds, ideal for ageing.
• Appellation: Montecucco Sangiovese DOCG.

Characteristics of Maremma Wines

Colour

• Reds: Deep ruby red, with purple highlights in the young wines.
• Whites: Bright straw yellow, with greenish shades in the Vermentino.
• Rosés: Cherry or chiaretto pink, fresh and clear.

Aromas

• Fruity: Red fruit, plum and blackberry in the reds; apple, peach and citrus in the whites.
• Floral: Wild flowers and violet in the reds; white flowers and broom in the whites.
• Spicy and Mediterranean: Notes of scrubland, black pepper and rosemary in the more complex reds.

Palate

• Fresh and Fruity: In young reds such as Morellino.
• Savoury and Mineral: In the whites from Vermentino and Viognier.
• Structured and Lingering: In the reds built for ageing such as the Montecucco wines and the Bordeaux blends.

Typical Grape Varieties of the Maremma

Black Grape Varieties

• Sangiovese: The base for Morellino and Montecucco, versatile and fragrant.
• Ciliegiolo: Fruity and soft, typical of the Maremma.
• Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah: Used in international blends and important reds.

White Grape Varieties

• Vermentino: Fresh, savoury, with great Mediterranean expressiveness.
• Viognier: Aromatic, full-bodied, used in blends or as a single variety.
• Ansonica (Inzolia): Found in the coastal areas, with a marine character.

Why Choose a Wine from the Maremma?

A wine from the Maremma is perfect for those looking for balance between tradition and modernity, with a strong connection to the local area. Excellent with game, grilled meat, Tuscan cheeses, pulse soups and flavourful fish, the wines of the Maremma express freshness, warmth and Mediterranean personality.