Nottola Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 75cl

This is the red you pour when you want depth, not drama. Nottola’s Vino Nobile di Montepulciano brings that unmistakable Tuscan, food-friendly vibe, layered fruit, savoury edges, and tannins that keep the conversation going.

• Appearance: Deep ruby with garnet hints at the rim, the kind of colour that says “I’ve got stories.”
• Nose: Sour cherry, dried cranberry, violets, a little leather, and a dusting of dried Italian herbs.
• Taste: Tart red fruit and plum skin, then savoury notes, think tobacco, cedar, and a touch of spice, with bright acidity that keeps it lively.
• Body: Medium-bodied, built for sipping slowly but still easy to pour for a table.
• Finish: Long and savoury, with cherry skin, gentle spice, and tannins that linger like a good plot twist.

Why it deserves shelf space, it’s a proper “second glass” wine. The first sip gives you juicy red fruit, then the Tuscan character kicks in, herbs, earthy hints, structure, and suddenly you’re paying attention. It’s also one of those Italy red wines that plays well with food because the acidity and tannin are doing real work, keeping richer bites feeling fresh.

If you’re into Chianti Classico or Brunello, this sits in a seriously satisfying middle ground. It’s got that Sangiovese-led, cherry-and-herbs personality, but with its own Montepulciano stamp, savoury, structured, and quietly confident.

Fun Fact: Vino Nobile di Montepulciano was one of Italy’s first wines to earn DOCG status, basically the country’s top-tier “this place matters” badge for origin and quality rules.