Here is the daily news for wine lovers.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tasting Course in Castiglion Fiorentino The Italian Association of Knowing Olive Oil (AICOO) organizes a course for olive oil tasters, open to everyone, amateurs and professionals. The lessons will be held in the “Le Santucce” auditorium and will present a full immersion in the world of oil, with the possibility of submitting questions by March 23rd.

The 5 Most Famous Mocktails: The Alcohol-Free Drink Phenomenon The consumption of alcohol-free drinks is becoming increasingly widespread, with Gen Z and locals around the world embracing the trend. Soft drinks are becoming a conscious choice for many people, driven by awareness of wellness and moderation in alcohol.

Crisis in the Cereal Market: Risks for Agricultural Companies The cereal market in Italy is under stress, with declining prices and one of the worst harvests in recent years due to climate change. This situation puts the sustainability of agricultural companies at risk and could lead to greater dependence on foreign supplies of cereals.

Insect Hotels: Preserving Biodiversity in Pieve di Soligo 'Insect hotels' are becoming increasingly popular as a tool for preserving biodiversity and providing safe spaces for insects, including valuable pollinators. In Pieve di Soligo, on the Cal Monda farm, these hotels are part of a larger project to promote biodiversity and involve schools in raising environmental awareness.

Acquisition of Marco Felluga by Tommasi Viticoltori Tommasi Viticoltori, the famous Amarone della Valpolicella winery, is ready to acquire Marco Felluga, a key brand of Friulian white wines. This operation represents a further step in Tommasi Viticoltori's growth and expansion strategy in the wine sector.

Contributions for the companies of the Langhe Roero Leader GAL The Langhe Roero Leader GAL allocates over 2 million euros in contributions to 42 local companies, to support projects for adapting and adapting business activities to new scenarios. These loans are part of the Rural Development Program of the Piedmont Region and aim to promote the economic and social development of rural areas.

Floods in Lunigiana: Risks for the Production of Wine and Vegetables Recent floods have caused damage to the vineyards and cultivated fields in the Bosco ad Albiano area, in the Municipality of Aulla. This situation puts the production of wine and vegetables at risk, highlighting the growing problems caused by the climate crisis for agriculture.

Le Prime di Vite in Riviera: Preview of the Great Wines of Western Liguria The Le Prime di Vite in Riviera event offers a preview of the new vintages of wines and oils from Western Liguria, at the former Church of San Lorenzo in Albenga. This event allows visitors to taste the best wines of the region and promote the wine culture of the area.

Meininger Awards Excellence in Wine & Spirit 2024 for Planeta The Planeta family was awarded the Meininger Awards Excellence in Wine & Spirit 2024 in the Wine Family of the Year category, for their long tradition in Sicilian viticulture. This recognition underlines the international excellence of the wines produced by the Planeta family.

Conclusion of the investigations into the Cantina Europa of Petrosino The investigations into the Cantina Europa of Petrosino have come to a conclusion, with charges of commercial fraud for the alleged sale of wines produced with grapes other than those indicated on the label. The investigations also concern around twenty farmers and members of the winery founded in 1962.

Here is the news of the day for wine lovers:

Terre delle Rocca: when the bank becomes a winemaker: A territorial valorization project involving over 22 hectares of vineyard on the hills above Riolo Terme, between Romagna and Tuscany. The Bank of Bologna has invested in creating a high-quality place that brings value to the entire area.

Le Potazzine: female wine excellence: A small company south of Montalcino produces only 35 thousand bottles of Brunello, exported to 27 countries. An example of quality and dedication to Sangiovese.

The fight against sexism in the world of wine: Cristina Mercuri, wine educator and Master of Wine candidate, is committed to fighting sexism in the wine sector, highlighting the discrimination and stereotypes that are still present.

'Table games': promoting the wine and beer of the Marche through a journey into taste: A cycle of events involving cultural locations and wineries, promoting the wine and beer of the Marche through a game of senses and skills.

Notice for investments by wineries in Sicily: The Sicilian Region has published a notice to support businesses in the wine sector, with a financial allocation of 8 million euros.

Extension for wine labels: The Minister of Agriculture has signed an extension to 30 June 2024 to allow Italian wine companies to use already printed labels.

The fourth edition of «Wild Wines» kicks off in Eur: 120 producers and over 1,000 labels arriving at Spazio Novecento to celebrate diversity and innovation in the world of wine.

A super auction to benefit the Cité du Vin of Bordeaux: An online auction raised funds for the Cité du Vin museum of Bordeaux, offering limited edition wines and unique experiences.

New labels for wine: The world of wine is preparing for a legislative revolution with the introduction of new labels compliant with European regulations.

Olio Capitale: focus on quality extra virgin olive oil: The president of the Venezia Giulia Chamber of Commerce promotes the importance of giving attention also to extra virgin olive oil.

The 75th Regional Friulian Wine Festival inaugurated in Bertiolo: A traditional event that celebrates the culture of Friulian wine.

The dreams of the Pozzo sisters in the world of vineyards: The sisters Elisa and Claudia make their dreams come true by restoring the traditions of the past in the family business.

These are the main news of the day in the world of wine, brought to you by Albrigi Tecnologia. See you tomorrow for more updates!