How to Serve Mare Santo Sparkling Wine
A sommelier’s ritual, explained for anyone who wants to do it right.
Temperature
Ideal serving temperature: 5–7°C (41–45°F).
Want deeper layers? Let the sparkling wine warm slightly to 10°C (50°F).
How to chill it properly:
Place the bottle in a bucket with equal parts ice and water
Let it rest for about 20 minutes
Never use the freezer — it shocks the sparkling wine and dulls the flavor
Colder temperatures highlight freshness.
A touch warmer, you might notice sea breeze, wet stone, or wild herbs.
Choose the Right Glass
Always use a tulip-shaped glass — wide at the base, tapering at the top.
This form releases aromas gently and keeps the bubbles steady.
No tulip? A standard white wine glass works.
Avoid flutes and coupes:
Flutes trap the scent
Coupes let it fade too fast
Let the sparkling wine open slowly, like something waking up.
The bottle
Open It with Control
No noise. No sudden movements.
How to open Mare Santo:
Remove the foil and loosen the cage — but keep it on.
Hold the cork firmly and support the base of the bottle.
Twist the bottle, not the cork, while applying steady pressure.
Let it release with a soft sigh, not a pop.
This isn’t only about elegance — it’s about respecting the pressure the sea gave it.
One Final Gesture
Before you sip, bring the glass close to your ear. If you hear a quiet fizz, Mare Santo is alive.
That sound isn’t a trick.
It’s the subtle sign of something real.
– A. Serra, Sommelier
Pour Like a Professional
Don’t pour all at once. Go in three steps:
Tilt the glass at a 45° angle
Pour halfway, wait a few seconds
Then pour the rest slowly
This reduces foam, keeps bubbles fine, and lets the sparkling wine settle into its shape.
Think of it like introducing the wine to the glass, not dropping it in.
One Final Gesture
Before you sip, bring the glass close to your ear. If you hear a quiet fizz, Mare Santo is alive.
That sound isn’t a trick.
It’s the subtle sign of something real.
– A. Serra, Sommelier
