Best Sangiovese at the 2025 San Francisco International Wine Competition
Sangiovese is a grape defined by energy, structure, and food-friendly vibrancy. At the 2025 San Francisco International Wine Competition, one wine captured those qualities with precision and polish: Maryhill Winery’s 2022 Vineyard Series Sangiovese, awarded Best Sangiovese.
In a category that rewards balance and varietal authenticity, this bottling stood out for its clarity of expression and confident structure.
A Showcase of the Vineyard Series
Maryhill Winery’s Vineyard Series highlights carefully selected vineyard sources, allowing each varietal to express its full character. Known for thoughtful winemaking and a focus on balance, the winery consistently produces wines that are both approachable and structured — a combination that serves Sangiovese particularly well.
Sangiovese thrives when acidity and fruit are in harmony, and this 2022 vintage demonstrates that balance beautifully.
The Award-Winning Wine
From the first sip, the 2022 Vineyard Series Sangiovese delivers vibrant character and depth. The palate is layered with expressive fruit and framed by bright, refreshing acidity. Its “crunchy” texture — a hallmark of well-structured Sangiovese — adds lift and liveliness, making the wine both dynamic and highly drinkable.
Judges praised the wine’s overall craftsmanship and composure, noting its seamless integration of flavor and structure.
That combination of bold flavor and energetic acidity is exactly what makes Sangiovese so beloved at the table. The wine’s balance ensures versatility, pairing effortlessly with tomato-based dishes, grilled meats, and rustic Italian fare.
A Varietal That Shines
Sangiovese can be one of the most expressive and rewarding red wines when executed with care. Maryhill Winery’s 2022 Vineyard Series Sangiovese demonstrates how thoughtful vineyard selection and disciplined winemaking can elevate the grape’s natural strengths — vibrant acidity, savory undertones, and layered fruit.
By capturing both intensity and freshness, this Best Sangiovese winner stands as a compelling example of the varietal’s enduring appeal and its continued success on the competition stage.
