Tenuta Meraviglia

Tenuta Meraviglia lives up to its name—a truly marvelous place, a terrace overlooking the sea and the Tuscan Archipelago. Upon reaching the highest point—some 150 meters above sea level, where the iconic *altana* (observation tower) stands—your gaze drifts into the blue, the air carries the scent of sea salt and pine, and the vineyards stretch out toward the coast. The estate comprises 34 hectares of vines, planted exclusively with Cabernet Franc, alongside a few plots of Vermentino. The soil here is unique within the Bolgheri area: a blend of sand and volcanic rock known as *Vulcaniti di San Vincenzo.

Every grape variety has its ideal habitat, and Tenuta Meraviglia’s terroir is perfect for Cabernet Franc. The red sands of the Val di Gori, interspersed with outcrops of volcanic rock, the high stone content, and a southwest-facing exposure—all these elements refine the Cabernet Franc, enhancing its inherent complexity. Cabernet Franc is an extraordinary—indeed, marvelous—variety when it is able to fully express its unique character.

Vinification takes place in raw concrete truncated-cone vats, using indigenous yeasts. The red wines are then aged in large, untoasted French oak casks—a rather unique practice in the Bolgheri region. We prefer our wines to showcase their varietal essence, ensuring that the oak aging does not impart overly dominant notes. In the cellar, we guide the wine’s development, allowing it the time to find its own path—which is, quite simply, the path of expressing its specific *terroir*. We are fully organic and have embarked on the Equalitas sustainability certification process.