Wine press review for Thursday, November 27, 2025!

ITALIAN WINERIES

Baglio di Pianetto sells Tenuta Baroni di Noto: wine is on hold, avocados are in the spotlight. The Sicilian winery is focusing exclusively on high-altitude wines between Piana degli Albanesi and Santa Cristina Gela. The Tenuta Baroni estate (18 hectares) has been sold to the Halaesa agricultural company.

Ert1050 inaugurated: a new high-altitude winery in Trentino. The Veronesi family unveiled their new winery at 1,050 meters in Brentonico. The project is part of the Oniwines development and Signorvino's sales network.

Colterenzio Winery: Franz Pardatscher is the new president. A change at the helm after 18 years at the helm of Niedermayr. The South Tyrolean cooperative aims to strengthen competitiveness and innovation.

Semonte Winery awarded "Il Sole" by the 2026 Veronelli Gold Guide . Prestigious recognition for its Battista Extra Brut Classic Method Sparkling Wine. The Gubbio winery confirms its qualitative growth.

Gambino Vini: "Masterclass Winter Edition" on Etna Three events (November 30, December 14, and 21) to celebrate the winery's 50th anniversary and showcase the volcano's territory.

Feudi di San Gregorio: innovative financial investment. CDP and Finint subscribe €5 million in bonds with a revolving non-possessory pledge on the wines in stock. This is a strong sign of creditworthiness for the sector.

The Langhe region is rethinking seasonal labor. A project to improve the reception and working conditions of day laborers is underway: 1,230 new hires are planned over six years.

ITALIAN WINE & ITALIAN ENOLOGY

DOP Economy at €21 billion: record food and wine exports. 25% growth since 2020, exports exceeding €12 billion, with Lombardy, Friuli Venezia Giulia, and Puglia accelerating. Veneto and Emilia-Romagna are leading forces in certified quality.

Collio: the story of an evolving territory . Ponca, age-worthy whites, and Oslavia's orange wines. The voices of the producers—Venica, Paraschos, and Primosic—describe a Collio blending tradition and innovation.

Brunello di Montalcino: The Reserves Not to Be Missed A preview celebrating Sangiovese in an area where landscape, light, and horizons become part of the wine's narrative.

Taurasi is number one in the world according to Wine Enthusiast. Mastroberardino's 2018 Riserva Stilèma conquers the Top 100 2025. Historic success for Irpinia.

Italians' relationship with wine: more emotion than knowledge. Italians rely on experts: sommeliers, wine merchants, and producers. Generation Z is more distant; over-60s are driven by Italianness and tradition.

Chianti Colli Senesi: the Consortium that safeguards Siena's heritage. From 1942 to today, 150 companies have united in protecting a profound territorial identity.

Calabria: Strengthened presence in Italian and European markets. Event in Rome to promote regional labels. 2026 opens under the banner of "Extraordinary Calabria."

INTERNATIONAL & GLOBAL TRENDS

The scientific "recipe" for turning water into wine. Researchers at Kyoto University demonstrate that naturally dried raisins can initiate spontaneous fermentation in water. A window into pre-modern practices.

Millennials and Gen Z are drastically reducing alcohol consumption. Global boom in the no/low alcohol segment: $28.5 billion in 2030; decline in alcohol consumption in Europe (-0.5 L per capita in 10 years).

The wine market: premium, sparkling, and the generational challenge. Evolving consumption, growth of the sparkling wine segment and sustainable wines. Italy ranks third in the world in terms of consumption value.

EU agricultural policies: Italy less dependent on CAP aid. Only 28% of agricultural income comes from payments under the two pillars. Viticulture is among the least supported sectors.

WINE EVENTS

Orte in Cantina: A food and wine journey through the village. Edition number 17. A journey through traditional dishes, select wines, and themed stops in the historic center. Two dates: November 30th and December 7th.

Open Cellars at Christmas (Wine Tourism Movement) Throughout December, tastings, green workshops, and a festive atmosphere at wineries throughout Italy. Partnership with Earth Day Italy.

NURSERY PRODUCTION, TECHNIQUE AND SUPPLY CHAIN

Murciano Nurseries: Salento's excellence in grafted vines. Three generations of expertise in cleft grafting and genetic selection. Strict health monitoring and nationwide distribution.

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