Noelia Ricci "Godenza" Sangiovese

Bold. Elegant. Classic Italian Sangiovese.
Within the golden-ochre clay slopes and calcareous marls of the historic “Vigna Godenza” in Predappio, the fully organic estate of Noelia Ricci cultivates 100% Sangiovese vines trained at 300-340 m above sea level.  From these hand-picked grapes comes the Godenza: a wine rooted in place and tradition, yet infused with modern precision and clarity.

In the glass it shows a vibrant ruby hue with translucent brilliance, telling you this is no weighty beast, but a wine of finesse and purpose. On the nose you’ll discover ripe cherries, wild berries and hints of Mediterranean underbrush, subtly wrapped in spicy threads and mineral whispers of the hillside soil. The palate is medium-bodied, vivacious yet elegant: juicy red fruit meets fine tannins, a distinct sapidity colour the finish with saline tension, and the whole journey ends clean, poised and lasting.

This is more than a wine—it is an experience of Romagna’s hillside terroir, the Adriatic breeze whispering through the Sangiovese vines, the clay-sand matrix that imparts both structure and liveliness. Whether enjoyed beside a rich ragù pasta, grilled lamb, or simply savoured with good company and conversation on a calm evening in Ireland, it brings the spirit of Predappio to your table.

Why we love it:
In Ireland, we’re accustomed to the heartier side of Italian reds, but Godenza is a revelation: it’s silky, aromatic, and utterly drinkable, yet still layered and complex enough to impress at the most refined table. This is the kind of Sangiovese that invites you to slow down, swirl, and savour.