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

1. Io VINO 2025 – Spotlight on Marche and Campania

The 8th edition of the event dedicated to the native vines of Marche and Campania took place in the evocative setting of the Courtyard by Marriott Roma Central Park, with producers and experts gathered to promote the history, ampelography and territorial varieties of the central Apennine ridge. Among the oldest vines of the Marche, Ribona stands out, which gives life to a precious denomination of the Marche.

2. The unknown tariffs on wine exports: "They might refuse to clear it through customs"

Italian wine producers are preparing to face the possibility of new duties imposed by Donald Trump on European products. The American market requires sales through importers and distributors, making the logistics chain more complex.

3. Wine: fears of repercussions on the Italian market

Riccardo Giovannini, oenologist and CEO of Tenute Sella, expresses concern about the indirect effects of possible US duties, with the risk of overcrowding of the Italian market due to the redistribution of exports.

4. Wine: Masaf and the labelling of dealcoholised wines

The Ministry of Agriculture has launched new rules for the production and labeling of dealcoholized wines, with simplified rules for small producers and a preferential regime for quantities greater than one thousand hectoliters.

5. Italian wine is popular with Dop and Igp, Veneto dominates the market

Italy remains the world leader in wine production with 55.4 million hectoliters in stock. The regions of Northern Italy hold 58.5% of the national wine, with Veneto in the lead with 26.4%, driven by the provinces of Treviso and Verona.

6. Mattarella: "Unmotivated protectionism would damage wine and oil"

The President of the Italian Republic warns of the dangers of autarchic protectionism that would damage sectors of excellence such as wine and oil, favoring phenomena such as "Italian sounding".

7. The 9 best white and red wines of the Amalfi Coast chosen by Gambero Rosso

Campania stands out for its contemporary and territorial wines, with Marisa Cuomo's Fiorduva returning to the Tre Bicchieri club.

8. Italian wine beyond all records with 8 billion exports

Italian wine exports exceeded 8 billion euros in 2024, thanks to American demand (10.2%) and the success of sparkling wines.

9. Four reasons to drink Etna wines

The wines of Etna are distinguished by their uniqueness, elegance, typicality and exclusivity. The Nerello Mascalese and the Carricante stand out.

10. Cantina Tramin: History and innovation from mountain Chardonnay

Founded in 1898 by Christian Schrott, Cantina Tramin has become a point of reference for winemaking in Alto Adige thanks to the "Selezione" project and the guidance of winemaker Willi Stürz.

11. Val d'Oca: the identity of the banks of Valdobbiadene

Val d'Oca presents the Rive Signature collection to promote the authenticity and excellence of Prosecco Superiore Docg.

12. La Cantina del Rimedio: Tradition and Innovation in Sardinia

The historic Cantina del Rimedio continues to grow and innovate, maintaining its solid roots in the Sardinian winemaking tradition.

13. Cantina di Re Carciofo: New brand "Crudo e Parmigiano"

Enzo Bellissimo launches a new brand in Albenga, with a food and wine offering that enhances the excellence of the Parma tradition.

14. Carema Doc 2021 and the Carema Nebbiolo Producers Cellar

A small Piedmontese DOC characterized by vineyards developed on terraces along the mountain slope.

15. Molino della Suga and the Brunello di Montalcino

The Bonacchi family company continues to grow, producing fine Brunello, Rosso di Montalcino and Igt Toscana.

16. Cellars on board the Vigezzina-Centovalli Railway

A wine tourism experience by train with tastings of Alto Piemonte wines and other gastronomic excellences.

17. Wine Tourism: A Podcast for Immersive Experiences

Terra Costantino and Loquis launch a new podcast to tell unique experiences in the wine territories.

18. BIO Cantina Orsogna and biodynamic viticulture

Abruzzo stands out for the excellence of its biodynamic wines, with initiatives to promote and support Masaf.

19. Theft of 80 thousand euro fine wine in Maremma

A robbery at a starred restaurant in Montemerano with bottles of wine with a total value of 80 thousand euros stolen.

20. Top 100 and Borgoluce: the zero-mile company of Conegliano Valdobbiadene

The Top 100 event debuts in the hills of Susegana, in an innovative and sustainable farm.

21. Malvasia del Collio and Eastern Hills of Friuli

Gambero Rosso selects the best Malvasia under 20 euros, celebrating the history and quality of this ancient vine.

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