Wine Press Review for Sunday, August 3, 2025

Valtidone, the harvest begins after August 20th and the winery is ranked 80th in Italy. With 220 members, the Valtidone winery is preparing for the harvest. President Fornasari announces its entry into the Corriere della Sera top 100, at number 80.

Malvasia 50 Vendemmie: success in Canada for Cantina Valtidone . The new still wine won a silver medal at the SMV in Canada. Excellent international response for the Piacenza-based cooperative.

Alfredo alla Scrofa's Roman cellars reopen as a sensory space. The historic Roman cellars are reborn in the heart of the capital, offering over 500 wines and experiential tastings.

Pink Panel in the Teramo Hills: guests of the Valori winery A female story at the “Call me when it rains-Valori” estate, with 14 hectares of organic land and a strong connection to the Abruzzo region.

Italian Wine and Italian Oenology

The 2025 harvest is underway: Sicily leads the way. The Pinot and Chardonnay harvest was brought forward 12 days. After two difficult years, excellent quality is evident.

20 wines for summer 2025: sparkling wines and rosés from all over Italy. From Gaziano Merotto's Cuvée del Fondatore to Puglia's Roӧs Foss Marai: here are our tips for toasting this summer.

White wines under €30 to discover this summer: From low-alcohol to unfiltered, the stars are Gewürztraminer and new releases like Elena Walch's Concerto Grosso Tramin-Söll 2024.

Natural Wine on the Tuscan Coast: 9 Must-See Wineries A map of places to taste spontaneously fermented and low-intervention wines, between Lucca, Pisa, and Livorno.

Sardinia, Vinodabere Guide 2026: top rosé wines and beyond With over 700 labels analyzed, 98 Standing Ovations and 3 perfect scores, the guide celebrates the best of Sardinian winemaking.

Cirò Classico is DOCG: a historic milestone for Calabrian wine. From August 7th to 10th, the 18th edition of the Cirò Wine Festival celebrates this important European recognition.

Franciacorta: New president Emanuele Rabotti reaffirms the consortium's role : "We deserve greater attention from the guides. Franciacorta is synonymous with originality and perceived quality."

International

Mr. Chan, ambassador of Italian wine in China Johnny Chan, aka "Mister Wine," is the face of Italian wine in China's Silicon Valley, Shenzhen. A story of passion, culture, and business.

Culture & Wine

Nicola Piovani in Montalcino: "Wine is art." The Oscar-winning composer enchants with his words at "Jazz & Wine" 2025 at Banfi: "Wine here is almost art."

"In Vino Felicitas": Neuroscience and the Culture of Drinking. Casadio and Grandi's new book dismantles modern fears related to alcohol, extolling conviviality and awareness.

Books in the Cellar: the festival returns to Susegana Castle (TV). From October 4th to 6th, culture and independent publishing come together in an event that unites books, local produce, and wine.

La Casa del Partito in Cremolino: wine and vinyl in the medieval castle. Giuseppe Martelli's new venue combines wine and music in an immersive and original experience.

Wine Events

Cinema in the Cellar (August 25-30): wine, sports, and screenings at six Prosecco DOC wineries. Illustrious guests and themed evenings featuring tastings and storytelling, showcasing sports, resilience, and the local area.

Wine Nights: Friday, August 8th, Castelnuovo Berardenga celebrates. Tastings, music, and culture with 6 samples for €15. An event organized by Città del Vino.

Borgo Rosato in Castellana Grotte: August 2-3, rosé wines, music, and Apulian flavors . Rosé wine takes center stage alongside local food and wine and artisanal crafts. A weekend of celebration and identity.

Morbegno in Cantina: discovering Lombard wine over three weekends. Events spread across art, flavors, and history in the Valtellina villages. An invitation to rediscover summer traditions.

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Happy Sunday and… cheers!