Selected news for enthusiasts, professionals and those curious about the world of wine.
Current Events & Society
“Blood Red Wine”: Mononoke Protest at Vinum
During the last weekend of Vinum in Alba , the Mononoke collective protested against the exploitation of agricultural labor. With a banner reading “Alba offers blood red wine” and interventions on the megaphone, they remembered Issa Loum and Mamadou Diallo, young migrants who tragically died last December. The activists blame the agricultural system, subcontracting and the lack of adequate housing policies.
Events & Tastings
Abano Wine Days: 3 days of wine, food and relaxation
From May 9th to 11th in Abano Terme , 18 wineries of the Euganean Hills and 5 restaurants will enliven the urban thermal park with tastings, typical dishes and convivial moments for the whole family. Opening hours: Friday and Saturday 17–22 | Sunday 11–22 With interactive map to orient yourself among the stations.
Cannonau protagonist at the Paestum Wine Festival
Cannonau shone in the “Cannonau Likeness International” masterclass at the Paestum Wine Festival. Ten Sardinian labels represented the island, showing the stylistic variety of this grape variety. Mariano Murru (Assoenologi): “Cannonau knows how to excite, debunking stereotypes.”
Urban vineyard at the Polytechnic University of Turin: the “Campus Grapes” project begins
In June, the world's first hi-tech urban vineyard will be born in the heart of the Polytechnic University of Turin: over 750 potted vines on 1,000 square meters for a sustainability and research laboratory. The project is by the startup Citiculture , also financed by crowdfunding.
Prosecco “light”: the experimentation begins
The DOC Prosecco Consortium and the University of Padua are testing an 8° alcohol version. A “low alcohol” wine designed to intercept health trends, while maintaining its taste identity.
“A stroll in the vineyard” at the Mercato Centrale in Florence
On Saturday 10 May (17–22) the Vinario 4 event debuts in Florence with itinerant tastings, meetings with producers and glasses told through experience. The initiative is already a success in Rome.
Friday in the Cellar at Tenuta Genevrina (Monferrato)
Every Friday evening, free tastings without a fixed route. Focus on freedom of choice and sustainability in a UNESCO heritage area.
Tasting at the “L'antica fornace di Cedri” Winery (Peccioli)
Evening with organic wine and EVO oil with aperitif. Wines from native vines and breathtaking landscapes in the Valdera. Vegetarian and vegan options available.
“L’isola in tavola” returns to Elba
May 8th at the restaurant La Cantina del Mare (Campo nell'Elba): dinner based on local fish with guided tasting of three wines from the Cecilia company. A journey through the flavors of Elba.
Open Cellars 2025 – May 24th and 25th
National event with over 600 participating wineries
Trekking, picnics, tastings, live music and family activities are on the program. Collaboration with Wine in Moderation is renewed to promote conscious consumption.
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Economy & Market
Amarone in trouble: Masi closes with a loss
After 15 years of profit, Masi Agricola records a net loss of €1.1 million. Exports slow despite turnover holding up. President Boscaini cites “declining consumption and geopolitical criticalities”.
OIV: fewer bottles but growing value
The 2024 OIV report confirms: global vineyard area decreases (-0.6%) but the value of wine increases, with higher quality production. Italy bucks the trend: 0.8% of surfaces.
Coldiretti: “The new highway code penalizes wine”
In Tuscany, sales plummet by up to -20% due to fear of more severe sanctions. Coldiretti: “Media campaign has generated misunderstandings.”
Marzotto Investment in Direct from Italy
The Marzotto family's holding company Marvit Srl invests €1 million in the startup that simplifies D2C wine export. Objective: reduce customs bureaucracy and facilitate online sales abroad.
Veronafiere: Global strategy between USA, Brazil and China
With Vinitaly.USA , Wine South America and Wine to Asia , Veronafiere promotes Italian wine in strategic export markets. At the same time, the expansion of Marmomac (marble sector) continues.
Riedel studies glasses for alcohol-free wines
Maximilian Riedel evaluates a new line of glasses to respond to the boom in dealcoholized wines. “A revolution in consumption that we cannot ignore.”
Awards & Curiosities
Alta Langa DOCG is the Piedmontese Wine of the Year
Announced at the Nuvola Lavazza in Turin during “La Prima dell'Alta Langa”. With over 200 cuvées to taste, the Piedmontese sparkling wine will be an ambassador of Made in Piedmont throughout 2025.
Arianna Occhipinti, between controversies and the history of natural wine
The participation of the natural wine pioneer at Vinitaly (Pad. Sicilia) sparks debate. But those who have known her for a long time know that she has never really been “outside” the trade fair system.
Nuns leave the “Prosecco convent”
Eleven Cistercian nuns abandon the monastery of Vittorio Veneto. At the base, internal tensions also linked to the production of Prosecco Superiore DOCG. The convent has been placed under special administration.
Sicilia en Primeur: wine is a millenary culture
From May 6 to 10, journalists from all over the world explore Sicilian wine among vineyards, traditions and innovation. Theme 2025: “The culture of wine as a journey”.
FederBio at the center of the “Champions of Made in Italy” campaign
Organic represents the Italian sector in the global campaign promoted by Lega Serie A and MAECI. Objective: to tell the link between territory, football and sustainability.
Conclave and wine: Sandro Bottega's advice
During the Conclave for the new Pope, light and savory wines like Chianti are better. Sparkling wines? Ideal as a post-voting stress reliever. Wine, even in the Vatican, can foster dialogue.
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