Montepulciano is a medieval and Renaissance hill town, a commune of Sienna, Tuscany, Italy. Montepulciano is set on a volcanic rock of limestone. It is an ideal place to explore other towns like Montalcino, Cortona, Arezzo, Siena and Florence. Montepulciano is a major producer of food and drink, especially the wines, pici pasta, lentils, cheese, pork and honey.

Attractive Hill Town – Montepulciano

Montepulciano is packed with interest and charm. It is famous for two excellent wines Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and Rosso di Montepulciano. The town is famous for its walkable, car-free nature with the main street extending from the Porta al Prato to the Piazza Grande at the top of the hill. Montepulciano is well preserved and has many palaces and other architectural grandeurs.

General Etiquette in Montepulciano

Use the Italian phrase book to converse with the locals. Don’t be loud, they detest loud behaviour and expect polite behaviour. Dress appropriately and in clean clothes. Acknowledge people but don’t invite them for long chats unnecessarily. Never put your shoes or feet on a chair, it is rude behaviour. Burping, farting, loud swearing and drinking alcohol from a bottle are also termed rude. Shopkeepers will attend one customer at a time and refrain from handling the product. Remember to tip, wherever necessary. Greet the host/hostess in a pleasant manner while in a restaurant.