Here is the daily news for wine lovers for February 29, 2024

The best macerated Ribolla Gialla in 4 labels that reached the final: We discuss the production of macerated white wines, also known as orange wines, highlighting the different results obtained through the process of maceration of the skins of the white grapes with the must.

The PDO PGI reform approved: A success for quality European agriculture, with a positive comment from the rapporteur Paolo De Castro regarding the approval of the text in Strasbourg.

Wine exports to the Emirates, Norway, South America: Experts recommend focusing on native vines and promotion to conquer new foreign markets, highlighting the success of Sardinian wine companies in this area.

The 10 most searched for Italian wines on the web: Wine Searcher has published the ranking of the most searched for Italian wines, with Barbaresco di Gaja ranking in tenth place.

Protests from agricultural companies due to the high costs: Coldiretti calls for anti-crisis interventions to revive the sector, while the EU approval of fake PDOs and PGIs is also being discussed, with the optimism of Coldiretti Calabria regarding the benefits for the region.

Campari records record revenues thanks to Spritz: Aperol sales grew significantly in 2023, contributing to Campari's revenues, which reached 3 billion euros.

Weekend in the cellar in Valdobbiadene: We talk about the natural beauty and wine heritage of the region, inviting you to discover the area during a weekend.

Wine Paris 2024: The international wine show in Paris focuses on new trends, with significant numbers of exhibitors and visitors from all over the world.

A submerged cellar in Aci Trezza: The first study in the world on the underwater refinement of wines is presented, highlighting the interest in this ancient practice.

Masseria Felicia Sinopea 2020 Falanghina Roccamonfina Igt: The story of this wine is told, highlighting the passion and dedication behind its production.

UFarmer allows you to adopt vineyards and bottles: An opportunity presents itself to live an experience beyond the glass, following the wine production process from grape to bottle through adoptions on UFarmer.

Sassicaia among the most sought-after wines in the world: Sassicaia from Tenuta San Guido ranks sixth in Wine Searcher's "Top 100 most searched-for wines and spirits", confirming itself as a highly sought-after Italian wine excellence together with seven others Italian labels of renowned names.

Independent Winemakers on the rise: The number of Independent Winemakers reaches 1,700, recording strong growth compared to 2023. The association looks to the future with a solid budget and political commitment, promoting initiatives such as collecting signatures for the recognition of the farmer as custodian of the territory.

Slow Wine and independent scientific research: The importance of independent scientific research to promote sustainable agriculture in the wine sector is discussed, highlighting the experience of the Slow Wine Fair 2024 in Bologna.

AOP and IGP wines: the future of wine according to Bordeaux: A Bordeaux wine think tank reflects on the future of the wine sector, addressing issues such as the economic crisis and the need to find solutions to support winemakers.

Two wine merchants sentenced for low prices: Two prominent Bordeaux wine merchants have been sentenced to pay a considerable fine for purchasing bulk wine at too low prices, violating the Agricultural Prices Act.

OCM wine tender opened in Piedmont: The Piedmont Region has opened the OCM Wine tender for investments in Piedmontese wineries, with a financial allocation of 3.2 million euros to support marketing and sales projects for wine products.

Chianti flies to Cuba for "Habanos": Italian wine, especially Chianti, continues to enjoy popularity in Cuba, becoming an important partner for the Caribbean island despite the tariffs and showing growing interest and potential in the Cuban market.

These are the news of the day in the world of wine. See you soon with further updates!