Montepulciano
In the Heart of Our Vineyard: A Symphony of Montepulciano Grapes
Nestled amidst rolling hills and kissed by the gentle caress of the sun, our vineyard stands as a testament to nature’s artistry and the passion of generations. Here, in this verdant sanctuary, rows of Montepulciano grapevines weave their intricate tapestry, each vine a silent sentinel guarding the secrets of the soil.
As dawn’s first light paints the sky with hues of rose and gold, the vineyard awakens in a symphony of whispers. Dew-kissed leaves shimmer in the morning mist, and the earth exhales the perfume of ancient wisdom. It’s a dance of life, a rhythm set by the seasons, where the vines sway in harmony with the breeze, their tendrils reaching towards the heavens in silent supplication.
With tender care and reverence, we nurture these noble vines, tending to their needs with a blend of tradition and innovation. From bud to bloom, from grape to glass, our hands guide the journey, coaxing forth the flavors that will someday dance upon eager tongues.
And oh, the Montepulciano grapes! Each cluster a treasure, a jewel of deep purple riches, heavy with the promise of the harvest. Their skins, a velvet cloak that hides the secrets of the earth, conceal within them the essence of the terroir, the soul of our vineyard.
Come harvest time, the vineyard awakens with a joyful fervor, as hands young and old unite in a timeless ritual. Laughter mingles with the scent of crushed grapes, and the air hums with anticipation as baskets overflow with nature’s bounty.
In the hush of the cellar, where oak barrels slumber beneath a cloak of shadows, the Montepulciano grapes begin their transformation. Time becomes a silent witness as they age gracefully, evolving with each passing day into wines of unrivaled complexity and depth.
And finally, in the warmth of the tasting room, glasses clink in celebration as lips meet liquid perfection. Here, amidst the laughter and the stories, the essence of our vineyard finds its truest expression, a testament to the land, the labor, and the love that infuse every bottle.
So come, wander with us through the labyrinth of vines, where dreams take root and memories are bottled. In our vineyard of Montepulciano wine grapes, the journey is as intoxicating as the destination, and every sip is a toast to life itself.
About Montepulciano
A red Italian wine grape variety that is most noted for being the primary grape behind the DOCG wines Colline Teramane Montepulciano d’Abruzzo and Offida Rosso; and the DOC wines Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, Rosso Conero, and Rosso Piceno Superiore.
It should not be confused with the similarly named Tuscan wine Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, which is made from predominantly Sangiovese and is named for the town it is produced in, rather than for containing any Montepulciano grapes in the blend.
The grape is widely planted throughout central and southern Italy, most notably in Abruzzo, Lazio, Marche, Molise, Umbria and Apulia, and is a permitted variety in DOC wines produced in 20 of Italy’s 95 provinces. Montepulciano is rarely found in northern Italy because the grape has a tendency to ripen late and can be excessively “green” if harvested too early.
When fully ripened, Montepulciano can produce deeply colored wines, with moderate acidity and noticeable extract and alcohol levels.
