Wine News of Friday 24 May 2024

This weekend, Cantine Aperte 2024 opens the doors to eight wineries in the province of Treviso. Events include guided tours of the vineyards and cellars, spit and porchetta tastings accompanied by glasses of wine, masterclasses on native wines and bubbles, and walks in the organic vineyard. Guests will also be able to explore the ancient spinning mill with wine tastings paired with local dishes, participate in a five-wine tasting counter and enjoy DJ sets, picnic areas, games and entertainment. The itinerant tasting route will offer wines paired with typical seasonal products, and it will be possible to visit the ancient barrel cellar, the underground galleries and a Palladian-style villa. The Wine Street Tasting Itinerant Tastings are back. The historic center will be animated on Friday 24 and Saturday 25 May by the Wine Street Tasting itinerant tastings, organized by the CRE[AT]IVE Association. By participating in this event, now in its 12th edition, you will be able to explore the proposals of 40 clubs, bars and restaurants. Guests will have the opportunity to taste appetizers, first courses, meat and fish second courses, cheeses and desserts, accompanied by local wines. International dishes, such as Peruvian empanadas, will also be available, with an information point located in Piazza San Secondo.

Campania Stories 2024: Whites in the Foreground The 2024 edition of Campania Stories takes place in Sannio, at the luxury refuge "Tenute del Gheppio" in Dugenta, with the patronage of the Campania Region and Ais Campania. Over 90 Campania companies present the new vintages of their wines. The first day, dedicated to white wines, saw a subdued performance from Fiano di Avellino Docg, while Greco di Tufo impressed with charismatic and aromatic wines.

Suavia: The Feminine Essence in the Heart of Soave In the Soave hills, the Suavia winery is managed with passion by the sisters Alessandra, Meri and Valentina Tessari. Suavia, located on 30 hectares of volcanic soil, represents the excellence of Soave Classico Doc. Founded in 1982 by the parents of the Tessari sisters, the company saw a significant passing of the baton in 2000, with Valentina's degree in oenology, symbol of innovation and female leadership in the wine sector.

Grubbing Up Vineyards: Debate in the World of Wine The surplus of wine compared to global consumption is a challenge for Italy. While France has already proposed a removal plan, in Italy the debate is still heated. Small wineries are opposed, while large groups seem more inclined to consider this option. According to the weekly Tre Bicchieri, the opinions of Italian companies are very different and the sector remains divided on how to tackle the problem.

Heroic Viticulture in Trentino with Cantina Cembra Cantina Cembra represents a visionary project born in 2022, which has revolutionized the winemaking tradition of Trentino. With 300 members, the cooperative produces around 50 thousand bottles of Muller Thurgau, Riesling, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, intended exclusively for the Italian and Horeca markets. The project focuses on quality and enhances heroic viticulture, with hand harvesting and dry stone walls.

Visits to the Vineyard and Tasting in the Cellar: Wine Tourism is Renewed Traditional wine tourism experiences, such as walks in the vineyard and visits to the cellar with tastings, are losing their "wow effect". According to Roberta Garibaldi, president of the Italian Food and Wine Tourism Association, the sector must face new challenges to lengthen the season and improve the perception of the healthy aspects of wine.

Librandi: Sustainability and Transparency in the Fourth Edition of the Sustainability Report

Librandi, the renowned Calabrian winery, has published the 2024 Sustainability Report, confirming the Equalitas certification for the fourth consecutive year. This document represents an important step in the company's path to transparency and responsibility, offering a detailed overview of the environmental, social and economic initiatives undertaken in recent years.

Weekend of tastings and nature at Transit Farm

Transit Farm, located in the hills of Bregonze, will host a weekend full of emotions on 25 and 26 May. The event includes organic wine tastings, music and entertainment. Perfect for families, couples and singles, this weekend offers an opportunity to relax in nature and taste excellent wines. Transit Farm is a true paradise for wine and nature lovers.

The Olympic Flame Celebrates Wine in Bordeaux

On the occasion of the Paris 2024 Olympics, the Olympic flame will stop in Bordeaux to pay homage to French wine. The tour, which will begin on May 23, will visit iconic locations such as Saint-Émilion, the Cité du Vin and the Château Cheval Blanc. Bordeaux, with its rich wine tradition, will be one of the protagonists of the Olympic summer, showing the world the excellence of French wine.

Michele Marsiaj launches the Amistà Boutique Winery in Piedmont

Michele Marsiaj, a well-known Turin entrepreneur, founded the Amistà boutique winery in the Monferrato hills. The winery, which produces Nizza Docg and Nizza Riserva Docg, is a project born from Marsiaj's passion for wine. Amistà also offers a refined hospitality project, with a countryhouse intended for international wine lovers, consolidating its presence in the Piedmontese wine sector.

Wine has changed the world: the ONAV conference in Asti

The conference organized by ONAV in Asti underlined the role of wine in improving the life of humanity over the centuries. With the participation of experts such as Vincenzo Gerbi and Luigi Moio, the meeting explored the importance of wine in culture and science. ONAV, founded in 1951, continues to promote knowledge of wine with scientific rigor.

The Fivi and Cevi Manifesto for the Future of Wine

Fivi and Cevi presented a manifesto to the Italian candidates for the European Parliament, highlighting five crucial points for the future of the wine sector. Requests include the recognition of wine as an agricultural product and economic sustainability for small businesses. The objective is to guarantee a harmonious and sustainable future for the European wine sector.

Debate on the Grubbing Up of Vineyards: Small Wineries Against Large Groups

Italy faces the problem of wine surplus. While France has proposed an explant plan, in Italy the debate is still heated. Small wineries are opposed, while large groups seem more inclined to consider this option. According to the weekly Tre Bicchieri, the opinions of Italian companies are very different and the sector remains divided on how to tackle the problem.

Tasting of Heroic Wines in Moncalieri: Stories of Courage and Quality. The third edition of EnoWeek in Moncalieri celebrates heroic wines with over 50 wineries and more than 200 labels. The event will culminate on May 25th with a public tasting in the Rose Garden of Moncalieri Castle. This initiative promotes small producers who grow vineyards in extreme conditions, offering unique glasses and stories of courage.

A June of Wine: Wine Events from North to South With the arrival of summer, wine events are multiplying throughout Italy. From 30 May to 2 June, Ferrara hosts "Calici d'Estate 2024", while the 19th edition of "Radici del Sud" will be held in Sannicandro di Bari from 5 to 10 June. These events celebrate the diversity and quality of Italian wine production, offering tastings and food and wine discoveries across the country.

The Italy of Wine: Four Interpretations of Sardinian Vermentino

Grazia Deledda, with her prose rich in details of the Sardinian territory, celebrates the culture and winemaking tradition of Sardinia. In particular, Sardinian Vermentino emerges as a protagonist in the village festivals described in his stories, where local wine unites rich and poor, young and old, in a moment of collective joy and sharing. The tables set with focaccias, skewered meat, cheese, junket, honey and Vermentino reflect a profound sense of belonging and community.

Fivi presents the "Manifesto" for the Future of Wine to the European Parliamentarians

The Italian Federation of Independent Winemakers (Fivi), in collaboration with the European Confederation of Independent Winemakers (Cevi), recently presented the "Manifesto of Independent Winemakers for the Future of the Wine System" to the Italian candidates for the European Parliament. This document, divided into five key points, underlines the importance of effective and coherent legislation to guarantee the future of the European wine sector. Lorenzo Cesconi, president of Fivi, recalled that wine is not just an alcoholic beverage but an agricultural product of great cultural and economic value.

Weekend in the cellar: From Alto Adige to Sicily, Wine, Nature and Relax

With the good weather stabilising, wineries throughout Italy offer weekends dedicated to relaxation, nature and flavour. Among the recommended destinations are:

Costaripa in Valtènesi: Located in the heart of Valtènesi, this winery offers a sensorial journey through the morainic hills that extend to Lake Garda. Since 1928, Costaripa has been a winemaking jewel, today led by the oenologist Mattia Vezzola. The area, historically known for its rosé wines, is a place enchanted by fresh morning breezes and a Mediterranean climate.

Suavia nel Soave: In the Soave hills, the Suavia winery is managed by the sisters Alessandra, Meri and Valentina Tessari. With 30 hectares of unique volcanic soils, Suavia represents a mix of tradition and innovation, and a symbol of female leadership in the wine industry.

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