Wine Idea's wine news for February 23, 2025!

Wine tourism and territory

More and more tourists choose the Unesco hills

Langhe, Roero and Monferrato Tourism in the Piedmont hills knows no crisis: in 2024, 700,000 arrivals and over 1.5 million presences were recorded. The phenomenon of short-term rentals is also growing, with more and more private individuals making accommodation available for wine and nature lovers.

Slow Wine Fair: focus on Piedmont, Langhe and Roero

Bologna The 2025 edition of the Slow Wine Fair puts the spotlight on Piedmont, with particular attention to the sustainability of packaging and supply chain logistics. An opportunity to discover "good, clean and fair" wines.

At the gates of Milan, the recovery of abandoned vineyards

San Colombano al Lambro (MI) Daniela Marchini and Mirco Pauletti are bringing old, forgotten vineyards back to life, transforming them into an organic viticulture project. Their dream? To produce "Vin de Milan", as they used to say.

The Salone del Vino transforms Turin into a large open cellar

Turin, 1-3 March 2025 The third edition of the Salone del Vino Torino will bring together Piedmontese wineries in the OGR, with events spread throughout the city to tell the story of the local winemaking heritage.

Wines and Awards

The 12 best Prosecco Superiore under 20 euros according to Gambero Rosso

Conegliano-Valdobbiadene Prosecco continues to dominate the market, but qualitative differences within the denomination are important. Gambero Rosso has selected the 12 best Conegliano-Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG accessible to all.

Frecciarossa Pinot Noir 2021: a tribute to Giorgio Odero

Oltrepò Pavese Dedicated to Giorgio Odero, this Pinot Noir from Oltrepò Pavese celebrates a story that began in 1919. A refined wine that tells the story of a visionary family.

Vinchio Vaglio: the cooperative that revolutionized Monferrato

Monferrato Active since 1959, the Vinchio Vaglio cooperative winery has been able to enhance the territory, combining quality and sustainability, and keeping alive the bond with its UNESCO heritage hills.

The Orcia Wine Consortium celebrates 25 years with "DìVinOrcia"

Pienza, February 25, 2025 To celebrate the anniversary, the Consorzio del Vino Orcia is organizing an event with a masterclass led by Aldo Fiordelli , to tell the story of the evolution of the DOC.

Debates and Trends

The president of Vino Nobile: "Enough attacks on wine, the real enemies are spirits"

Montepulciano Andrea Rossi, president of the Consorzio del Vino Nobile, denounces the criminalization of wine and calls for a common initiative against European restrictive measures.

The new life of dessert wines: no longer just at the end of a meal

Italy Traditionally relegated to after-dinner drinking, dessert wines are enjoying a renaissance thanks to pairings with savory foods, from aperitifs to traditional dishes.

The frontiers of "uncork": new solutions for sustainable closures

Europe The wine industry is increasingly oriented towards alternative closures , such as screw caps or ecological materials, to reduce the environmental impact without sacrificing quality.

The Academy of the Vineyard broadens its horizons

Langhe and Roero The initiative born in 2022 to manage the workforce in the vineyards is evolving: now it aims to transform the Langhe into a "sustainable community district".

Market and Consumption

Wine exports: USA stocks up for fear of duties (20%)

United States The last two months of 2024 saw a 20% increase in Italian exports to the US. American importers are stockpiling to anticipate possible tariff increases.

Nomisma's Wine Monitor forum analyzes 2024: global consumption declines, sparkling wines on the rise

Italy Despite the crisis in the sector, Italian sparkling wines (4.8% of exports) remain the most dynamic segment, with peaks of 11% in the USA.

The first intercontinental wine arrives (but it is banned in the EU)

France-Australia-UK French producer Maxime Chapoutier has launched a blend of French and Australian grapes, but it cannot be sold in Europe. Thanks to Brexit, it will be available in the UK.

Events and Initiatives

Identità Golose 2025: Conegliano-Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore protagonist

Milan, 23-24 February 2025 For the first time, the Identità Golose Congress dedicates an entire section to wine, with a focus on the most famous Italian bubbles.

Vigneti Aperti 2025: itineraries for campers and wine trekking

Italy The Movimento Turismo del Vino initiative returns with itineraries dedicated to nature and wine lovers, also including camper stop areas .

Slow Wine Fair 2025: Around the World Through Glasses of Wine

Bologna, 23-25 February 2025 The organic and natural wine fair opens its doors to enthusiasts for a journey among the best international labels.

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