Here is the daily news for wine lovers on February 15, 2024:

Brussels concession to farmers: The European Commission has decided to revoke the obligation to leave 4% of agricultural land fallow, allowing farmers to cultivate that percentage of area previously uncultivated for environmental reasons. The measure will be retroactive from January 1, 2024.

Alarm in the vineyards due to the heat: Producers express concern about the lack of rain and excessive heat which could compromise production.

Former General converted into winemaker: A former Generali manager has chosen to dedicate herself to agricultural life, opening a farm in the Collio with eight rooms to accommodate wine lovers.

Selection of Tuscan wines under 20 euros: Seven labels of Tuscan wines, including Morellino di Scansano, Rosso di Montalcino and Rosso di Montepulciano, are offered at affordable prices, highlighting the origins and characteristics of Sangiovese.

Italian criticism of the EU proposal on uncultivated land: The European Commission's proposal to derogate from the obligation to maintain part of uncultivated agricultural land is judged unsatisfactory by Italian representatives, who consider it excessively binding.

Tourism promotion in Langhe: The Langhe region in Piedmont is promoted as an ideal destination for cycling lovers, with the possibility of ending the days of cycling with a glass of Barolo or Barbaresco.

Study on protective spray for vineyards against fires: A study conducted by Oregon State University is mentioned which proposes a protective spray for vines, aimed at protecting them from the unwanted aroma of fire smoke.

Etna wine "Ritorno" and Catania Calcio: The Ventimiglia winery presents a wine called "Ritorno", a superior white Etna, which is promoted with the collaboration of Catania Calcio, representing the love for the land and local history.

Presentation of the "Svelato" wine of Terre Stregate: The Terre Stregate company in the Sannio area of Benevento is described, with a brief family history and the presentation of their wine which expresses the soul and character of the region.

Japanese Wine Display at the Slow Wine Fair: The 2024 Slow Wine Fair hosts two Japanese producers, offering visitors the opportunity to discover wines from the land of the Rising Sun.

Sancaba winery awarded with the 10 Soles from the Veronelli Guide 2024: The Sancaba winery of Sarteano has been awarded one of the prestigious 10 Soles from the Veronelli Guide 2024, a recognition reserved for only 10 Italian winemakers who have been able to transform their wine into an authentic cultural story or creative.

Sotheby's Auction for the Bordeaux Cité du Vin Foundation: Extraordinary wines and experiences are up for auction with Sotheby's to benefit the Bordeaux Cité du Vin Foundation, including rare bottles and exclusive visits to prestigious wineries.

The era of metamodern wine: The concept of metamodern wine is discussed, which is distinguished by the absence of traditional canons and protocols, reflecting a more contemporary approach to wine production.

Training at the Academy of the Nuti Ivo tannery (LVMH): Despite the slowdown in the tanning district of Santa Croce sull'Arno, the Nuti Ivo tannery is launching an Academy to recruit technical figures in the various sectors of leather processing.

Wine Paris: six things to know about the future of wine: The lively and dynamic atmosphere of the Wine Paris wine fair is described, with the growing Italian participation and interest in the future of the sector.

Collapse of production and consumption of red wines: The change in the world of wine is analyzed, with white wines surpassing reds in both production and consumption, driven by the growing popularity of sparkling wines and their greater drinkability.

Tuscany leader in organic wine: Tuscany confirms itself as a leader in the production of organic wine in Italy, despite a decline in production in 2023 due to plant diseases and climate change.

Prosecco looks towards the East: The world of Prosecco opens towards the East with the decision to introduce the "Prosekar" denomination for the wine produced on the Trieste Karst and the interregional aggregation between the cellars of Conegliano and Casarsa, looking to Friuli Venezia Giulia.

This is the latest news from the world of wine for today, brought to you by Albrigi Tecnologia. See you tomorrow with other interesting news!