Italy is a quintessential wine-producing country, where we can find numerous figures who have diligently worked to elevate the qualities of its wines. Among them, Francesco Redi was a 17th-century Italian poet and scientist who, despite not being an oenologist, excelled in promoting the wine culture of Tuscany like no other. In his work "Bacco in Toscana," his emphasis on respecting the land and the quality of the products aligns with the vision of new pioneers who have dedicated their efforts to highlighting the wines of Tuscany. One such figure, Egidio Corradi, was a former broker who, in 1962, left the world of finance to fully immerse himself in producing a noble wine that would exalt the aromas and flavours of his homeland. His dream came to fruition when he acquired two small, semi-abandoned estates in the municipality of Cervognano di Montepulciano. Today, his grandchildren, Luca and Nicolò De Ferrari, continue the family tradition with the same original spirit that characterised their grandfather's project, while adapting to new trends to stay ahead.
From a 4-hectare vineyard known as "Vigna del Nocio," they produce Boscarelli Il Nocio Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, a red wine classified under the DOCG Vino Nobile di Montepulciano designation, with sangiovese vines planted in 1988 on clay and sand-rich soils at an altitude ranging from 350 m to 280 m above sea level. Respectful farming practices are employed, and the harvest is conducted manually at the optimal moment of ripeness, selecting only the finest specimens. In the winery, the grapes are gently pressed and fermented, and then the wine is aged in oak barrels for 18 months before being bottled.
Every stage, from the meticulous selection of grapes to the maturation in oak barrels, is designed to accentuate the unique characteristics of the Montepulciano terroir. This meticulous approach transforms Boscarelli Il Nocio Vino Nobile di Montepulciano into a genuine tribute to the rich winemaking heritage of Tuscany.