Here is the daily news for wine lovers for March 29, 2024.

Gargano wines conquer the world: Gargano, with its scenic beauty and winemaking tradition, continues to surprise global wine connoisseurs. A local winery stands out for its mission to spread the excellence of the Gargano and Tavoliere around the world, with an approach focused on sustainability and respect for family traditions.

Giuseppe Sedilesu and the pruning of the historic vineyard: In Mamoiada, Giuseppe Sedilesu, known as the "king of the Mamuthones", oversees the pruning of a historic vineyard, embodying the longevity and winemaking tradition of Sardinia.

The Mormora submarine wine debuts at Vinitaly 2024: Cantine Paololeo presents the Mormora, a submarine wine produced with the native Verdeca and Maresco varieties, immersed in 1011 bottles. This novelty will be presented at Vinitaly 2024, after a year of study and discovery.

Debt for the Easter holidays: Around a third of Italian families have gone into debt to finance the Easter holidays, with an average of around 700 euros per family. This phenomenon was highlighted by a study by Susini Group, with a high percentage of Italians traveling during the long Easter weekend.

Countering the exploitation of workers in the vineyards: Organizations in the wine sector are committed to fighting the exploitation of agricultural workers in the vineyards.

Italian success at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles: The rosé wine "Villa Cordevigo Gaudenzia" 2019 from the Venetian winery Vigneti Villabella wins the "Trofeo Vinolok" International revelation at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles, highlighting Italian excellence in the world of wine.

Challenge of organic wine in Italy: Despite the growing interest in organic wine, its production and consumption in Italy remain relatively low compared to the total wine sector.

Concerns about Prosecco Docg promotions in discount stores: The Prosecco Docg Consortium expresses concerns about Easter promotions which could damage the brand, requiring responsible marketing approaches.

Open letter on the exploitation of workers in the vineyards: A letter to the Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni highlights the importance of combating the exploitation of agricultural workers, with awareness-raising initiatives and participation in the Vinitaly in Verona on this issue.

52nd Exhibition of Cartizze and Valdobbiadene DOCG of San Pietro di Barbozza: The Exhibition of Cartizze and Valdobbiadene DOCG of San Pietro di Barbozza opens, celebrating the excellence of Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore Docg.

The best Timorassos under 20 euros selected by Gambero Rosso: Gambero Rosso presents the best Timorassos under 20 euros, highlighting the characteristics of this grape variety and its territorial variations.

Santa Maria La Palma winery: wine under water: The Santa Maria La Palma winery tells a story of environmental sustainability and local traditions. Simone Bussu takes us on a journey through the lands and seas of Sardinia, highlighting the profound connection between wine and the territory.

Record for "I Sodi di San Niccolò" from Cantina Castellare di Castellina: "I Sodi di San Niccolò" is a super-awarded Chianti, known for being the first Italian wine included in the Top 100 of Wine Spectator. Its label depicts endangered birds, a symbol of the winery's commitment to sustainable agriculture.

The first wine bar with wines aged at sea and customizable cellars: In Japan, wine bars are being created that offer wines aged at sea, taking advantage of the natural aging of the bottles on the seabed. Hokkaido Kaiyo Matsuri also offers private individuals the opportunity to store and refine their wines in the depths of the sea.

French wine export difficulties: French wine exports reach negative levels not seen since 2009, with a drop of 9% in volume and 3% in value. Other producing countries, such as Italy, Spain, Chile, Australia and South Africa, are also recording negative signals on the global wine market.

Investments for the wine sector in Calabria: The Calabria Region makes available over 875 thousand euros to improve the performance of regional wine companies and promote activities related to wine tourism and e-commerce.

Changes to the Terre di Pisa Doc specification: The Ministry of Agriculture approves the proposal to modify the production specification for Terre di Pisa Doc. The changes will allow the production of white, Vermentino and rosé wine, contributing to the diversification of the wine offer in the area .

Dardagny: the Swiss tasting village: Dardagny, in western Switzerland, is renowned for the production of excellent quality wines. The town, included in the circuit of the "Most Beautiful Villages in Switzerland", offers visitors the opportunity to discover local wine specialties directly on site.

Impact of climate change on wine production: Climate change threatens more than 70% of wine producing areas by the end of the century. A study published in "Nature" highlights how wine-growing areas will change radically due to global warming, with some areas destined to disappear and others to profoundly modify their cultivation methods and varieties of vines.

Comparison between the tastes of young people and the more expert generations in the world of wine: The Cantine Briziarelli of Bevagna, in Umbria, hosted an innovative event to compare the tastes of young GenZs with those of the older generations regarding wine consumption. This experiment allowed participants to express their opinions on different labels through a dedicated application.

US Wine Market Trends in 2024: The US wine market is facing significant challenges in 2024, with declining consumers and sales volumes. According to IWSR forecasts, the wine industry will see a compound annual decline of 2% through 2027, primarily due to high inventory levels and decreased demand for winemaking wine.

Award for Il Borro for its commitment to sustainability: Salvatore Ferragamo, responsible for the Borro wine business, was awarded Wine Gentleman of the year for his commitment and passion in the production of sustainable wines. The award was awarded during the Gala evening of the 2024 Food and Travel Italia Wine Awards, highlighting Borro's contribution to the production of high quality organic wines.

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