The Poggio Antico Journal presents Conversations: Consistency, with Stefano Chiarlo

Pier Giuseppe D'Alessandro defines consistency as working with what soils, vineyards and technical knowledge permit rather than reshaping wine for temporary fashion. Wine must express people, climate, exposure and both easy and difficult vintages. Stefano Chiarlo agrees that established denominations should interpret nature without abandoning a clear model. They distinguish consistency from copying the past: climate change has made old methods and results impossible to reproduce exactly. D'Alessandro recalls that Poggio Antico’s elevation was once considered too high for reliable ripening, whereas current conditions can produce excessive potential alcohol even around 500 metres. Both speakers support science, research and long-term agricultural choices. They also stress the responsibility to leave a cleaner, more viable territory and the value of producers working collectively within their regions.