Nobile di Montepulciano, a test of growth
Things are buzzing in the Nobile di Montepulciano appellation both in regard to initiatives being taken by producers and an overall improvement in the wine. Last summer we heralded the creation of an alliance between the extremely famous wineries in the area. Well, the bud that came out in the center of the wonderful town of Montepulciano has produced its first fruit, the birth of another association named Terra Nobile. Ten producers have come together and adopted strict production regulations, much more severe than those governing the appellation. Their Nobile must be made using only Sangiovese grapes and all members have agreed to have one, common public relations group to promote their wine around the world. The buzz these groups have created is not in contrast with the Consorzio producers...
