Our cellar

The "Franciacorta Dream" was born in the 1990s on the benches of the Agrarian School attended by Maria Luisa Santus, from Franciacorta, and Gianfranco Pagano, from Salento (now also husband and wife and parents of three children). 

Both had a desire: to dedicate themselves to viticulture respecting nature and the rhythms of the land where it is practiced. 

In 1995 their goal became clear and common: to totally dedicate themselves to viticulture in Franciacorta and to produce wines of great character and expressive uniqueness and so they started acquiring small plots of land in Franciacorta.

In five years they planted 60,000 vine shoots in 10 hectares of land.

At the base of the philosophy of the company there is the conviction that the task of small winemakers is to be a vanguard in defense of biodiversity and all the nuances that nature offers.

Since 2016, the path of organic certification of the grapes has begun. From the 2019 harvest, all Santus Franciacorta wines, which will see the light from the end of 2021, will be organic. 

From the great desire to share, communicate and let people touch with their hands their life in Franciacorta and the company's philosophy, the project of the new winery was always born, for which works began in October 2019 and are about to be completed.

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Aperitif In The Cellar 2026

Every Friday From August 14

4h
1–100 people

Summer has its Friday appointment There are evenings that don't need big plans: just a glass of Franciacorta, some music, friends, and a sunset among the vineyards. This is how our Evening Aperitif in the Cellar was born, an opportunity to experience the cellar in a different way, with a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Come for an aperitif, stay until after dinner, and enjoy a summer evening away from the usual spots. Accompanying the evening will be: Two glasses of Santus Franciacorta Roman focaccia (a different flavor every week) Background music to create the right atmosphere When? 📅 August 14, 21, and 28 • September 3 (exceptionally on Thursday) • September 11 🕡 From 6:30 PM to 11:00 PM €25 per person 📍 Santus Franciacorta – Passirano (BS) ⚠️ The evening of September 18 will be the special “Santus Sunset,” included in the Franciacorta Festival program. Reservations for this event must be made in the dedicated section of the website for Santus Sunset. Spaces are limited: book your summer Friday and come toast with us. For information only, you can send a WhatsApp message to +39 392 6405525 (reservations must be made online on the website). In case of rain, the aperitif will be held inside the cellar.

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Franciacorta Festival 2026 | Zero, Cacio & Pepe

Winery Tour With Franciacorta Zero Dosage Tasting And Cacio & Pepe Pasta

1h 30
1–50 people
2 tastings

Join us at the winery for the Franciacorta Festival 2026 on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, for an experience dedicated to wine and fine dining enthusiasts. Participate in our guided winery tour in Franciacorta and discover our production method, the philosophy that drives our work, and our deep connection with the land. A journey narrated by those who live the winery every day, from vineyard to aging and tasting. At the end of the tour, indulge in a delightful food and wine pairing: the traditional Cacio & Pepe pasta by Il Colmetto from Rodengo Saiano, paired with our two non-dosed Franciacorta wines: Franciacorta Zero Dosage Franciacorta Rosé Zero A perfect opportunity to experience the Franciacorta Festival, visit a local winery, and taste Franciacorta paired with an iconic Italian dish. Experience cost: €30 per person The experience includes: guided winery tour, two glasses of Franciacorta and Cacio & Pepe pasta. Additional glasses, bottles, and food can be purchased separately at the winery at the prices indicated on site. Glass deposit: €10 (refunded upon glass return) Reservation required

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Franciacorta Festival 2026 | Santus Sunset

Winery Aperitif With Franciacorta, Farm Street Food, And Dj Set

4h
1–100 people
1 tastings

On the occasion of the Franciacorta Festival 2026, experience the atmosphere of evenings in the winery with Santus Sunset, the event dedicated to those who wish to spend an evening with music, Franciacorta, and local flavors. On Friday 18th and Saturday 19th September evening, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM, our winery transforms into a unique space for a Franciacorta aperitif accompanied by a live DJ Set on vinyl by @vini_e_vinili, amidst vineyards, sunsets, and glasses to share. The star of the evening will be our Santus Franciacorta Brut paired with food offerings by Il Colmetto, with choices including: Bread and Salami Melted Cheese Grilled Tomato Entry cost: €20 per person The experience includes: 1 glass of Santus Franciacorta Brut, 1 food item, live DJ Set on vinyl Glass deposit: €10 (refunded upon return of the glass) Reservation required Throughout the evening, it will also be possible to purchase additional glasses of Franciacorta, bottles, and food offerings directly in the winery at the prices indicated on site. If you're looking for a winery aperitif during the Franciacorta Festival, an evening with live music, tastings, and an informal atmosphere among the vineyards, Santus Sunset is the perfect opportunity to experience Franciacorta at sunset.

Our products

Bottiglia Franciacorta Brut

Franciacorta Brut

Bottiglia Franciacorta Satèn

Franciacorta Satèn

Bottiglia Franciacorta Rose' Zero

Franciacorta Rose' Zero

Bottiglia Franciacorta Dosaggiozero

Franciacorta Dosaggiozero

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What do they think of Santus

4.9(23)
Luca Morandi
about 1 year ago
Franciacorta Festival 2024: Santus
Cantina innovativa con un’ottimo potenziale
Silvia Bernini
over 1 year ago
December 14 Christmas Open Day
Prima esperienza di degustazione in Franciacorta. E’ stato un onore fare un Brindisi con gli eccellenti BRUT e DOSAGGIO ZERO Santus in occasione del mio compleanno!. Gli Squisiti proprietari hanno creato un ambiente elegante di sharme dentro e fuori, e mi hanno regalato 2 ore indimenticabili! Ci rivedremo presto.
Giulia Ghitti
almost 2 years ago
CLASSIC TASTING
Lorenzo Natali
almost 2 years ago
TASTING PLATINUM
Molto facile da trovare e con parcheggio antistante, è una realtà creata da zero circondata da uva e natura. E come da titolo, non è grande al cospetto di altre cantine, ampio spazio verde, capannone (super pulito, ordinato e soprattutto tecnologico) e salone con desk e shop. La visita dura un'oretta poi si degusta: noi avevamo la platinum con saten, bolla e l'essenza...provatelo, ne vale assolutamente la pena!
Lorenzo Natali
almost 2 years ago
TASTING PLATINUM
Molto facile da trovare e con parcheggio antistante, è una realtà creata da zero circondata da uva e natura. E come da titolo, non è grande al cospetto di altre cantine, ampio spazio verde, capannone (super pulito, ordinato e soprattutto tecnologico) e salone con desk e shop. La visita dura un'oretta poi si degusta: noi avevamo la platinum con saten, bolla e l'essenza...provatelo, ne vale assolutamente la pena!
Marco Menapace
almost 2 years ago
TASTING PLATINUM
Bellissima esperienza in questa cantina non "romantica" ma molto moderna ed orientata alla massimizzazione della lavorazione. Grande igiene dei locali ed ottimo vino. Il proprietario ci ha fatto passare un paio d'ore, tra spiegazione e degustazione, che son volate. Vino da top ten.

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