Wine Idea's wine news for January 26, 2025!

Wine and Diplomacy: The Chalice of the Global Economy

• Bibi Graetz at the World Economic Forum with his wines In Davos , the Tuscan producer represented Italian winemaking innovation in an exclusive tasting alongside the wines of Olivier Leflaive , a symbol of Burgundy. An event that reaffirms the central role of wine in global culture and economy.
• Tuscan wines for the greats of the Earth Wine was also discussed at the World Economic Forum : the protagonists were the fine wines of Bibi Graetz , including the 2016 Colore , the most expensive Italian bottle ever sold (over 100,000 euros).

Great Italian Wines and Rankings

• The white side of Piedmont: the 10 best Erbaluce di Caluso according to Gambero Rosso Erbaluce di Caluso, DOCG since 2010, is experiencing a moment of growth, establishing itself among the best Piedmontese white wines alongside Timorasso, Arneis and Gavi.
• A “World Champion” Vermentino is born in Luni. The Sarticola from the Baia del Sole winery obtains four screws in the AIS Vitae 2025 guide, confirming itself among the best Vermentino Colli di Luni.
• Trentino: three sisters produce a great Riesling for under 20 euros The Maso Poli company, led by the Togn sisters, continues their father's legacy by producing an excellent Riesling in an ancient 18th century farmhouse.
• Le Ragnaie: the 2020 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Vecchia wins over critics A refined Brunello, with notes of red fruit, juniper and tobacco, born from the pioneering vision of Riccardo Campinoti .

Global Market and Trends

• Unprecedented Crisis for US Wines: Prosecco Praised in Silicon Valley Bank Report Wine consumption in the US continues to decline, with -30% in turnover for many companies. Prosecco , however, stands out as a positive exception in the market.
• French wine in crisis: Champagne down -9.2% in 2024 With 271.4 million bottles shipped, the Champagne sector is showing signs of decline both on the domestic market (-7.2%) and in exports (-10.8%).
• More dealcoholized, fewer low-alcohol wines: the UK market trend According to IWSR , the British market prefers dealcoholized wines (8%), while low-alcohol wines are decreasing (-5%). A trend that could also influence Italy.

Viticulture and Sustainability

• Biodynamic agriculture is not witchcraft: differences with organic Biodynamics is often misunderstood, but companies like the Amico Bio cooperative in Capua demonstrate its concrete value in sustainability and soil quality.
• Hyperirpinian: the new denomination that revolutionizes Campania wine Irpinia launches an innovative new denomination, combining native and international varieties to explore new wine styles.
• Terre del Barolo: a solid future between tradition and innovation With a turnover of 20 million euros and an investment in photovoltaic systems, the winery confirms its leadership in sustainable viticulture.

Wine Culture and Traditions

• Mountains of shelves overflowing with wine: Rome's historic wine shop that has never gone out of fashion. A journey through rare bottles and period settings in one of the capital's most fascinating wine shops.
• Journey through the traditions and cellars of Conversano The event “Traditions and Cellars” celebrates the wine culture of Puglia with tastings and meetings between producers.
• Brunello: the style of a wine or a wine of style? A historical analysis of the evolution of Brunello di Montalcino , from the classic model of Biondi Santi to new modern interpretations.

Events and Tastings

• “Treviso Slow Wine” is coming: 70 wineries expected on February 2nd An event dedicated to “good, clean and fair” wines according to the Slow Food philosophy, with 250 labels for tasting.
• Martinotti Hour: 15 excellent Lambruscos to try at least once at the table The selection of the best Lambrusco Martinotti method (or Charmat ), immediate and accessible sparkling wines.
• Trapani: the first urban winery starts bottling Vito Oddo Trapani completes the supply chain with a new bottling machine, marking a step forward for urban wineries.
• Young Club Conegliano Valdobbiadene: the present belongs to young people The number of young people under 35 in the Prosecco Superiore wine sector has grown by 62% from 2013 to 2024, with a strong female presence (37%).

Agricultural Policies and Regulation

• Understanding the CAP: how payments work and who carries out the checks An in-depth look at European funds for agriculture, to clarify the role of Agea and the paying agencies.

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