The latest news from the world of wine.

La Maddalena: "Vite e Vite, meetings with the winemakers" returns for the second edition La Maddalena is preparing for the second edition of "Vite e Vite, meetings with the winemakers". From 25 to 27 May 2024, the event offers tastings, masterclasses, conferences, music and breathtaking views in Sardinia, part of the "Giugno Slow" project. Organized by Slow Food Gallura and Slow Food Sardinia, the event is supported by the Municipality, the University of Sassari, the Sardinia Foundation and Fasi.

Lambrusco celebrates at Vinitaly 2024 Lambrusco, an iconic sparkling red, shone at Vinitaly 2024. According to Giacomo Savorini, director of the Consorzio Tutela Lambrusco, the event was a success due to the meeting with commercial partners and the greater professionalism of the visitors .

Sardinia: challenges and opportunities for Sardinian wine Sardinian wine is experiencing a period of change. While there is increased interest and new businesses, challenges related to quality and production are emerging. The University of Viticulture and Oenology is preparing a new generation of motivated professionals.

Festival of independent winemakers of Friuli Venezia Giulia in Cormons On Saturday 11 May, Cormons hosts the festival of independent winemakers, supported by FIVI. The event celebrates the work of winemakers, who contribute to the quality of the wine and the conservation of the territory, as stated by the writer Wendell Berry.

Prosecco: a century-old challenge to Champagne Etile Carpenè, 100 years ago, invented Prosecco as an answer to French Champagne. His vision led to the creation of a unique Venetian wine, helping to transform the Conegliano wine region.

Flavescence dorée: insecticides and vine protection Scaphoid is a growing problem for vines in Northern Italy. The leafhopper, vector of flavescence dorée, represents a threat to the survival of vineyards, leading Veneto to define itself as a "demarcated area undergoing eradication".

Karst wines: the best Vitovska according to Gambero Rosso The Karst, with its harsh terrain and harsh climate, offers excellent wines. Among the best, according to Gambero Rosso, there is Vitovska, which stands out together with other vines such as Istrian Malvasia, Chardonnay and Merlot.

Pecorino: a wine that improves with age During a tasting of Pecorino from the Marche region, participants realized the wine's incredible ability to improve with age, defying expectations. A vertical from 2023 to 2008 demonstrated the versatility of the grape.

Monferrato: an unforgettable Barbera In Monferrato, a historic land, there is a winery from 1859 that produces an extraordinary Barbera. The territory, divided between Alto and Basso Monferrato, is rich in history and legends, such as that of Aleramo and Alasia.

Relaxation, food and wine: hospitality in the cellar. The good season is ideal for trips out of town. According to Raffaele Foglia, editor of the Identità di vino newsletter, the cellars offer not only tastings, but also hospitality and relaxation, perfect for disconnecting from everyday life.

Sicilia en Primeur: celebration of the future From 9 to 11 May in Cefalù, "Cultivating the future" is celebrated during Sicilia en Primeur. The event traces the history of Assovini Sicilia, with a focus on innovations and the future of Sicilian wine.

Cantina di Venosa wins the "Ethical Agriculture" award Cantina di Venosa won the "Ethical Agriculture" award at the "Agriworld Talk" event in Matera. The president, Francesco Perillo, underlined the commitment to the environment, respect for people and sustainability, central values for the company.

Sciacchetrà: first sweet wine aged under water The Sciacchetrà of the Cinque Terre is the first sweet wine aged under water, thanks to a collaboration between the Possa winery and Jamin. The bottles were immersed for a year in the sea in front of Portofino, acquiring a unique maturation.

The giant benches unite the valleys The "Big Benches" of the Cà Bionda farmhouse in Civitella and the Casadio winery in Brisighella brought the communities together, thanks to an initiative that involved the pupils of the Cusercoli school, highlighting the importance of the initiatives places for the community.

Castel Rocchero: magical evening with edible flowers and fine wine The La Torre winery in Castel Rocchero (AT) was sold out for the evening dedicated to edible flowers, organized by chef Paola Chiolini. The Crystallina Tower hosted a unique event, combining refined dishes with fine wines from the cellar, offering an unforgettable sensorial experience.

Zoning: the Marche is preparing for a project to enhance the territories. In the wake of other Italian regions, the Marche is starting a zoning project to enhance the wine-growing territories. Professor Attilio Scienza of the University of Milan underlines the importance of a serious study for effective zoning, while Michele Bernetti and Simone Capecci express optimism for the future of Marche wine.

Italian wine in the USA: growing imports, decreasing consumption Italian wine in the United States recorded import growth in the first quarter of 2024 (2.6%), but consumption is decreasing. Sales reached almost 2 billion euros in 2023, but the March figure shows a regression compared to the first two months of the year.

Vinitaly 2024: record attendance and tastings Vinitaly 2024 reached 97 thousand attendances, with over 4 thousand exhibiting wineries and more than 50 thousand tastings. The event, which involved 65 countries, was also a success for Vinitaly and the City, the OFF event dedicated to wine enthusiasts, with numerous post-fair reflections and comments.

EU wine production falling due to weather and geopolitics Wine production in the EU is expected to decline by 10% between August 2023 and July 2024, due to adverse weather conditions and geopolitical crises. The European Commission report highlights a significant decrease in Italy (-23%) and Spain (-21%), with the lowest figure since 2017-18.

Frosts Damage Wine Production in Europe April frosts affected many wine-producing regions in Europe, with damage exceeding 40% and up to 80-100% in some areas. 2024 will be the second consecutive negative year, with significant economic damage, especially for France, Germany, Austria and South Tyrol.

Organic and Designations of Origin: an underestimated value In the Italian wine world, organic is little valued in relation to Designations of Origin. Organic production promotes biodiversity and the use of sustainable methods, offering competitive advantages at both a corporate and territorial level, within the criteria of origin and transformation of the Designations.

Wine in Europe: production falling to 143 million hectoliters The European Commission has estimated wine production in Europe for 2023-2024 at 143 million hectoliters, the lowest figure since 2017-18. Italy, with a sharp decline, will lose leadership to France, while the unstable climate continues to raise concerns for the next harvest.

Venus, Bacchus and the role of women in wine In ancient religions, the god of wine is usually male: Osiris, Dionysus, Bacchus... In particular, in ancient Rome, women could not participate in libations and become inebriated with nectar . However, since ancient times, many women have played an important role in the world of wine.

Wine CMO: the decree on the presentation of the projects has been published The Ministry of Agriculture has published the Directorial Decree for the presentation of the projects relating to the 2024/2025 campaign for the wine CMO, with resources allocated of 22 million euros. The deadline for submitting applications is set for 3 July 2024.

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Tastings in Alta Maremma: Gianni Moscardini's summer Gianni Moscardini, winemaker from Pomaia (Pisa) in Alta Maremma, offers new proposals for visits and tastings for the summer, with five different itineraries that allow visitors to immerse themselves in the colours, scents and flavors of the Pomaia plateau, discovering the peculiarities of the place.

Andreola: tour of the banks and experience room The Andreola winery, located in Farra di Soligo, invites enthusiasts and the curious to a unique experience in the world of oenology. Founded by Nazzareno Pola, and now run by Stefano Pola, the winery celebrates the Valdobbiadene Docg territory, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Art meets wine at the Ruchè Festival - Art&Wine Touring The next edition of the Ruchè Festival, organized by the Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato DOCG Producers Association, will be held from 17 to 19 May. The event combines wine and art, involving contemporary artists, music and shows at Tenuta La Mercantile in Castagnole Monferrato.

Mosnel: the "Questione di Etichetta" competition returns after ten years Mosnel, with the patronage of ADI, launches the "Questione di Etichetta" competition to create the special label and packaging for a limited edition of Franciacorta Brut QdE 2001 Magnum format . The jury is made up of food and wine creatives and journalists.

La Volta, the sparkling pop from Cantina della Volta "La Volta", the new wine from Cantina della Volta, is a sparkling red wine ideal for convivial moments. Made with grapes coming from the alluvial soils of the Secchia river, it combines the peculiarities of the territory with the sparkling wine mastery of the company.

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