Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG is an Italian wine classification that originates from the area around the town of Montepulciano in Tuscany. Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG is one of the oldest DOCG classes in Italy, and is one of the most recognized classes in Tuscany.
To obtain the Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG classification, the wine must meet a number of specific requirements:
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Grape varieties: The wine must be made from at least 70% Sangiovese grapes and up to 30% from other approved Tuscan grape varieties, such as Canaiolo Nero and Mammolo.
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Vinification: The wine must be fermented and matured for at least two years, of which a minimum of six months must be in wood.
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Alcohol content: Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG must have an alcohol percentage of at least 12.5%.
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Geographical area: Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG must be produced in the Montepulciano area.
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Analytical and sensory requirements: The wine must meet a number of analytical requirements, including pH value, acidity and dry matter content, as well as meet certain sensory requirements, such as color, aroma and taste.
These requirements ensure that Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG is a high quality wine that lives up to the high standard expected of this classification.
