wine press review of Tuesday 17 June 2025

The structure is divided into thematic categories: Italian wineries , Italian wine , and Italian oenology .

ITALIAN WINERIES

Donnafugata, symbol of the new face of Sicilian wine

The Donnafugata winery represents the island's winemaking excellence, with five estates that tell the story of Sicily through elegance, drinkability and deep cultural roots.

Conti Capponi: the 1524 line celebrates the family history

Villa Calcinaia presents the new collection “1524”, a tribute to great-grandmother Luisa Vonwiller. A 500-year-old narrative is renewed in the name of identity and quality.

Terre del Barolo: the cooperative born to stay

Founded by Arnaldo Rivera, Terre del Barolo is today a virtuous example of cooperative and identity-based winemaking in the Langhe. A project that unites memory, territory and vision.

Maremma Wines Innovate with Wine-Based Spirits

The Tuscan cooperative launches “Le Muse dell'Alchimia”, a line of spirits developed with The Spiritual Machine. An alliance between winemaking tradition and contemporary mixology.

Fantini grows in Spain: former Venta la Vega acquired

The Abruzzo-based group expands its international presence with a major acquisition in the Almansa region, aiming to increase its Iberian production tenfold.

Tenute Rapitalà: the Italian Wine Group acquires 100%

The journey begun in 1999 has been completed: Rapitalà enters fully into the GIV group. New governance and ambitious goals for the Sicilian winery.

Vicenza: Max Trevisan opens a wine bar with 1,200 labels

After years of organizing events, a venue celebrating natural wine and the Veneto region opens in Vicenza, under the Torre del Tormento.

Pilgrims since 1904: from Cisano to the world

The historic family business confirms itself as a leader in the distribution of quality wines and spirits, exceeding 24 million in turnover. A story that began in a late nineteenth-century tavern.

ITALIAN WINE

Sicily on Wine: International buyers in Chiusa Sclafani

21 Sicilian producers met buyers from 7 countries at the event organized by Sicindustria to support the export of small wineries on the island.

Liguria to Drink: New Wine Routes Take Center Stage

The new Wine and Flavor Routes project is presented in La Spezia, with show-cooking, tastings and a focus on local food and wine pairings.

Garda DOC between GDO and Horeca: focus on prospects

A conference to track the status of the Garda DOC denomination in the strategic markets of Northern Italy and in the main sales channels.

Brindisi: “Rosati di sera” cancelled, possible return of the Grape Festival

The July event has been cancelled, and a historic event is being planned for September. The administration is considering a return to the origins after the glories of the Negramaro Wine Festival.

Albinea (RE): the Lambrusco and Spergola Festival is back

Music, shows, vintage cars and of course wine: six days of celebration in Emilia-Romagna to celebrate two wine symbols of the area.

Osservatorio Golosario: wine tourism is now also hospitality

72% of wine tourists are looking for wineries that offer accommodation and typical cuisine. Immersive experiences and direct sales in the winery are increasing.

ITALIAN OENOLOGY

Franco Baldinelli, a farewell to the master of oenology

The world of wine mourns the passing of the historic manager of Umani Ronchi. A life spent between dedication, quality and vision.

Wine is art, but only if it involves those who drink it

Reflection on the art of winemaking as a shared creative act. It is not enough to taste: you need to participate in the narration and value of wine.

Cantina Italia: Stable stocks, market in balance

According to the ICQRF report, as of May 31, 2025, 46.6 million hectolitres of wine were recorded: a slight decrease, but balance maintained.

Vinventions: 337 thousand kg of CO ₂ seized with green caps

The 2024 CSR report tells of an increasingly sustainable cork supply chain, with significant environmental results in the fight against climate change.

Climate and wine: winter heat and rain improve the vintage

Bordeaux Wine Study: Warm Seasons, Rainy Winters, and Short Cycles Favor Quality Wines. A Trend That Climate Change Could Accentuate.

Dealcoholized wine: accelerated process in Italy

With the new tax decree, the implementation times for the production and marketing of low-alcohol wine are brought forward.

“Envisioning2035”: Less Fun, More Fragile Wine

Analysts and experts agree: it's time to make wine accessible and engaging again. We need to react to declining consumption and changing lifestyles.

US Imports to Canada -94%: Space for France and Italy

Canada’s response to US tariffs opens up new opportunities for Italian wine: 7.6% of exports in the first four months of 2025.

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