Wine: Brunello, in Montalcino half of the vineyard is green

(ANSA) - ROME, MAY 17 - The organic Brunello di Montalcino vineyard is close to 50% of the total cultivated for the DOCG. The data certifies that the Montalcino vineyard is among the vineyards with the greatest biological incidence in Italy, with a percentage that is 3 times higher than the national average. This was made known by an analysis by the Consortium of Brunello di Montalcino wine based on the data of the certifying bodies and carried out on the occasion of the Benvenuto Brunello event. The report records in particular "the percentage of winegrowers converted, or in the process of conversion, to sustainable practice, 106 out of 257 companies, over 4 out of 10". "We are satisfied - affirms the president of the Consortium Fabrizio Bindocci - for a transition that is turning out to be faster than expected.In Montalcino the vineyard has always played a respectful role for the environment, and represents only 15% of rural areas, in a territory characterized by a remarkable biodiversity with a wooded heritage that represents 50% of the total but also with olive groves, 10%, arable land, pastures and others. plantations "." A trend, the organic one, which also has an economic rationale if we consider the purchase intentions of consumers in our key markets ". (ANSA).which also - specifies - an economic rationale if we consider the purchase intentions of consumers in our key markets ". (ANSA).which also - specifies - an economic rationale if we consider the purchase intentions of consumers in our key markets ". (ANSA).