Wine Review – May 20, 2025
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Wine tourism
The best wineries to visit in the Langhe in 2025
A journey through the rows of Barolo and Barbaresco The Langhe confirms itself as one of the most sought-after wine tourism destinations in Italy. Among golden hills, centuries-old traditions and unforgettable tastings, the area offers unique experiences for enthusiasts and the curious. From large historic companies to small niche producers, each winery tells a story: visits to the most renowned crus, tastings of excellent labels and breathtaking views of Langhe, Roero and Monferrato. Whether you are an expert or a neophyte, this itinerary will win you over.
Wine Market
Uiv: Italian wine consumption and exports fall in Q1 2025
The signals from the US, German and UK markets are worrying. According to data from the UIV – Nielsen Observatory , the first quarter of 2025 shows a negative trend:
Almost all the main denominations are in difficulty, except Prosecco: Pinot Grigio, Chianti, Lambrusco, Piedmontese reds and Sicilian whites.
Extra-EU exports: -9% in volumes, stable values
The Istat data analyzed by UIV confirm the trend decline. Despite a 4% in the USA, the month of March shows a slowdown also for the star-spangled market. Without the US contribution, the collapse on the extra-EU markets would exceed -17% .
International
Bordeaux lowers prices: “To sell, you need to cut”
Prices at 2013-2014 levels for the big Châteaux Even the big names in French wine choose the drastic cut:
News and Territory
Petition against intensive viticulture in Paderno del Grappa
Environmental and health concerns from citizens An online petition denounces the start of an intensive vineyard plantation near a kindergarten and residential areas. Citizens fear:
Events & Open Cellars
Cantine Aperte 2025 is back in Tuscany: May 24-25
A weekend of innovation, hospitality and nature The wineries of the Movimento Turismo del Vino will offer immersive experiences among vineyards, cultural itineraries, picnics, tastings, hiking and bike tours. Great attention to tourists, families and industry operators.
Sessantacampi: nature and flavours on the Piave
Duca di Salaparuta: Open Cellars in Sicily
Guided tours and tastings in Casteldaccia (PA) Tasting of 4 DOC Sicilia and tour of the historic gardens of the winery founded in 1824. Protagonists: Colomba Platino, Nero d'Avola and Ala.
“Between Vines and Voices”: Opera in the cellar in Valpantena
Tastings accompanied by opera arias On May 22, Collina dei Ciliegi and Costa Arènte host an evening of music and wine, with breathtaking views and romantic atmospheres.
Preview Open Cellars at Valdichiana Village: wine & solidarity
30 wineries from Tuscany, Umbria, Emilia Romagna A success of public and solidarity, with over 3,000 euros collected for the Meyer Foundation. Tastings and territorial valorization at the center of the day.
Moncalieri in Wine – May 24-25
The Piedmontese city hosts over 200 labels Enoweek returns: tastings, culture and promotion of local food and wine. A strategic event for Visit Moncalieri and the enhancement of the territory.
Cooperatives and Value Projects
Cantina Cooperativa di Pitigliano: growing liquidations
Positive results and record participation The annual meeting of members confirms economic solidity and new confidence, as highlighted by the president Paolo Lorenzo Spicci: “The members are at the heart of our cooperative”.
Reflections
Matteo Lunelli (Lunelli Group): “Italian wine must combine good and beautiful”
On the twentieth anniversary of Arnaldo Pomodoro's Carapace in Montefalco "Beauty fosters conviviality. We need vision, investment and valorization of artistic, cultural and natural heritage", says Lunelli.
An appointment not to be missed
Bagnanti Wines 2025 – June 21st in San Vincenzo (LI)
50 wineries protagonists on the Tuscan coast The event that celebrates wine, nature and sustainability is back. The participating wineries were selected for quality, craftsmanship and territorial identity.
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