The product

Recognized in 1966 as DOC, in 1980 the Vino Nobile di Montepulciano became the first Italian DOCG. The Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG is produced with Sangiovese grapes, called here Prognolo Gentile, for at least 70%. It can be put on the market after two years of aging, three for the Reserve, and in any case after having undergone strict chemical and organoleptic tests carried out by a ministerial commission. Vinification and maturation must take place in the Municipality of Montepulciano. The Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG must have a ruby ​​color tending to garnet with aging; an intense, ethereal, floral, characteristic scent and a dry, balanced and persistent taste, with a possible hint of wood.

Consorzio Vino Nobile Montepulciano

Consorzio Vino Nobile di Montepulciano was born in 1965 to protect and promote the image of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano (later also of Rosso and Vin Santo) in Italy and the world. Currently, the Consortium includes 230 winegrowers, which represent over 90% of the vines area. There are 76 bottlers members. Among the various initiatives carried out by the Consorzio del Vino Nobile di Montepulciano for the territory, there is the creation and management of the consortium Enoliteca, located in the new headquarters of the Fortress of Montepulciano (where the Consortium offices are also located) restored thanks to the intervention of the producers themselves.