Mysteries and Legends of Wine: The Forgotten Stories Behind Italy's Oldest Vineyards
The oldest Italian vineyards are not only silent witnesses to centuries of winemaking, but also guardians of legends and mysteries that are rooted in the past. In Tuscany, it is said that the vineyards of Montepulciano were blessed by Saint John, who, according to legend, prayed that the vines would produce a wine so excellent that it was considered a gift from God. This wine, later known as Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, became famous throughout Europe.
In the Langhe, however, there is a story of a vineyard that, during the war between the Savoy and the French, was hidden in the woods to escape the devastation. It is said that the wine, produced in secret, had such a unique and intense flavor that it was considered almost magical. These stories, passed down orally through the generations, enrich the experience of those who visit these lands, offering not only a journey through flavors, but also through the stories that have contributed to shaping Italian wine culture.
