Couscous salad with tuna

Editorial Staff17 May 202512 May 2025

by Editorial Staff17 May 202512 May 20250

Couscous is a very tasty dish and, in the precooked version, very quick to prepare. We pair it with Trentino Chardonnay Bottega Vinai 2024 Cavit. Cous cous is derived from the processing of durum wheat, the same grain used to...

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Veronafiere, Barbara Ferro is the new managing director

Editorial Staff16 May 202516 May 2025

by Editorial Staff16 May 202516 May 20250

Barbara Ferro is the new managing director of Veronafiere. She was unanimously appointed today by the Verona-based exhibition company’s board of directors at its first meeting following the renewal of its membership. The managing director has been given strategic mandates...

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Consorzio Franciacorta, Emanuele Rabotti is the new president

Editorial Staff16 May 202516 May 2025

by Editorial Staff16 May 202516 May 20250

The new Board of Directors of the Franciacorta Consortium has elected Emanuele Rabotti, owner of the Monte Rossa winery, as the Consortium’s new president. With a deep knowledge of the territory and a longstanding commitment to the Franciacorta world, Emanuele...

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Alta Langa Consortium: Giovanni Minetti is the new president

Editorial Staff15 May 202515 May 2025

by Editorial Staff15 May 202515 May 20250

Changing of the guard at the top of the Consorzio Alta Langa: the new president is Giovanni Minetti (Tenuta Carretta). Joining him as vice president is Gianmario Cerutti (Coppo). Minetti succeeds Mariacristina Castelletta, who led the membership for the past...

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Sicilia en Primeur 2025 closes the curtain

Editorial Staff14 May 202515 May 2025

by Editorial Staff14 May 202515 May 20250

Sicilia en Primeur: the 21st edition of the event conceived by Assovini Sicilia ended in Modica. 100 journalists from around the world participated in press tours and the conference that focused on the current debate and the importance of wine...

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Potato and bacon tortelli with butter, sage and Parmesan cheese

Editorial Staff10 May 20258 May 2025

by Editorial Staff10 May 20258 May 20250

Potato tortelli is a classic Italian dish that we pair with Lambrusco Reggiano Concerto 2024 Medici Ermete, thanks to the presence of bacon. It is a crisp and fresh wine with good acidity and light tannins that make it perfect...

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Wine (Frescobaldi, UIV): Nonsensical to include wine in EU counter-duties list

Editorial Staff9 May 20259 May 2025

by Editorial Staff9 May 20259 May 20250

Frescobaldi (UIV), following the European Commission’s publication of the new list of U.S. products subject to possible counter-tariffs, said it is foolish to include wine as well. “We reiterate our absolute opposition and concern regarding the inclusion of wine-and American...

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IGM renews its commitment alongside the Progetto Itaca

Editorial Staff8 May 20258 May 2025

by Editorial Staff8 May 20258 May 20250

IGM renews its commitment alongside the Progetto Itaca with the seventh edition of the “Il Bel Viaggio” charity dinner. The funds raised from the charity auction, thanks to the lots raffled off by Istituto Grandi Marchi companies, will guarantee the...

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The new frontiers of wine tourism in Sicily

Editorial Staff1 May 202528 April 2025

by Editorial Staff1 May 202528 April 20250

The talk “Oenotourism and artificial intelligence, for a new fruition of the territory” brought together Consorzio Sicilia Doc, Assovini Sicilia and Treccani Accademia. Topic the new frontiers of wine tourism, a key driver for the growth of Sicilian wineries. Oenotourism,...

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Savory pie with ribs, bacon and fontina cheese

Editorial Staff26 April 202522 April 2025

by Editorial Staff26 April 202522 April 20252

To this savory pie, one of an infinite number possible, we pair Lago di Caldaro/Kalterersee Classico Superiore Leuchtenberg 2023 Cantina Kaltern, since the many facets of this dish call for a wine of acknowledged pliability. Ingredients for 4-6 people: For...

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Planeta and the widespread resort in Menfi

Editorial Staff24 April 202517 April 2025

by Editorial Staff24 April 202517 April 20250

A journey through the landscapes of Menfi, among great wines, signature cuisine and Planeta’s signature hospitality. Planeta facilities in Menfi, perfectly integrated with the territory, together offer an articulated experience that best expresses the company’s hospitality and values. The 2025...

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Hake with avocado and green pesto

Editorial Staff19 April 202514 April 2025

by Editorial Staff19 April 202514 April 20250

This recipe is inspired by a dish by Chef Mitch Tonks, adapted to meet SmartFood program guidelines, and features hake from sustainable fisheries. We pair it with Cesarini Sforza’s Trentodoc 1673 Brut Millesimato 2020. Ingredients for 2 persons: 1 fillet...

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Frescobaldi and Tenuta delle Terre Nere, Etna

Editorial Staff17 April 202517 April 2025

by Editorial Staff17 April 202517 April 20250

Tuscan winery Marchesi Frescobaldi lands on Etna, in one of the most vocated lands for wine, and becomes a minority partner of Tenuta delle Terre Nere. A shared passion for wine and true relationships has always reigned supreme in the...

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Prosecco Low-Alcohol, evidence of transmission

Editorial Staff14 April 202514 April 2025

by Editorial Staff14 April 202514 April 20250

Presented at Vinitaly the first results of the Prosecco Low-Alcohol project launched in 2024 by the Consorzio di Tutela della Doc Prosecco in collaboration with the University of Padua. The aim of the project is to investigate the characteristic elements...

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Borgo San Felice Resort, kicking off the 2025 season

Editorial Staff10 April 20252 April 2025

by Editorial Staff10 April 20252 April 20250

After a record-breaking 2024, Borgo San Felice Resort is ready to welcome new guests with a host of new amenities. Borgo San Felice Resort is a 5-star diffuse hotel nestled in the iconic Tuscan countryside of Chianti Classico. Part of...

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Stuffed baked onions

Editorial Staff5 April 202531 March 2025

by Editorial Staff5 April 202531 March 20250

The filling of these baked onions is beef and gorgonzola. We pair it with Veneto Bianco Multivintage Hey French, You Could Have Made This But You Didn’t, Edition IV, Pasqua Vigneti e Cantine Ingredients for 4 persons: 4 large onions;...

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Federvini on US duties: a very serious blow to free trade

Editorial Staff3 April 20253 April 2025

by Editorial Staff3 April 20253 April 20250

U.S. Duties: Federvini expresses deep regret and strong concern following the decision taken by the U.S. Administration to apply duties on products imported from the European Union. A choice that represents a serious step backward in the principles of international...

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Vinitaly Tasting The DoctorWine Selection 2025

Editorial Staff1 April 20251 April 2025

by Editorial Staff1 April 20251 April 20250

Vinitaly 2025: Registration has started for the 15th edition of Vinitaly Tasting – The DoctorWine Selection, scheduled to take place at the Verona Fairgrounds April 6-9. Also confirmed for Vinitaly 2025 is the appointment with “Vinitaly Tasting – The DoctorWine...

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Orecchiette pasta with ventresca of black piglet

Editorial Staff29 March 202520 March 2025

by Editorial Staff29 March 202520 March 20250

Recipe by chef Antonio Gentile of Masseria AuraTerrae whose full name is: Orecchiette al grano arso with ventresca di maialino nero, candied tomatoes, pecorino cheese balls on cream of zucchini and buffalo. We pair it with Salina Rosso Guardiano del...

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Tenuta San Guido and CNR sign an agreement

Editorial Staff27 March 202527 March 2025

by Editorial Staff27 March 202527 March 20250

Tenuta San Guido and CNR kick off research project to protect and safeguard the tree heritage of one of Tuscany’s most iconic places in the world. Tenuta San Guido and theInstitute for Sustainable Plant Protection of the National Research Council....

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About-face: young people stem the decline in wine consumption

Editorial Staff27 March 202528 March 2025

by Editorial Staff27 March 202528 March 20250

Uiv-Vinitaly Observatory. Unexpected and unhoped-for assist from GenZ (born in 2000) and Millennials (28-44 years old). Younger people spend more than Boomers (+60 years old) and GenX (45-60 years old). In Italy and the U.S., the Under 44s stem the...

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StopperVini 100 Years of Specialization

Editorial Staff26 March 202526 March 2025

by Editorial Staff26 March 202526 March 20250

Stoppervini Sagl celebrates its 100th anniversary. A century dedicated with passion and seriousness to enhancing the excellence of Italian wines in German-speaking markets. StopperVini was founded in 1925. From the beginning, the company chose to specialize exclusively in Italian wines,...

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Stefano Milioni at the Culinary Institute of America

Editorial Staff25 March 202526 March 2025

by Editorial Staff25 March 202526 March 20250

Stefano Milioni, 40 years after contributing, along with Tony May, president of the Italian Restaurateurs Group USA, to the creation of the campus dedicated to Italian cuisine and the opening of the Caterina de’ Medici Restaurant, returns to the prestigious...

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Risotto with Franciacorta CruPerdu

Editorial Staff22 March 202519 March 2025

by Editorial Staff22 March 202519 March 20250

An elegant risotto, perfect for a spring lunch. The Franciacorta Extra Brut CruPerdu Grande Annata Millesimato 2016 Castello Bonomi with its freshness and elegance, enhances the flavor of the rice and the slightly acidic fresh note. During the Spring Festival...

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San Leonardo 2020, artist label

Editorial Staff20 March 202520 March 2025

by Editorial Staff20 March 202520 March 20250

Presented in Rome’s historic Palazzo Taverna is the new edition of the 2020 San Leonardo artist label, the iconic Trentino Bordeaux blend. The new vintage debuts on international markets in March. Of the entire production of this precious wine from...

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Linguine with Etna Lemon Igp

Editorial Staff15 March 202518 March 2025

by Editorial Staff15 March 202518 March 20250

Tasty recipe by chef Giorgio Locatelli, which we pair with Puglia Negroamaro Rosato Rohesia 2024 Cantele, which from this vintage features the convenient screw cap closure. First Italian to earn Michelin star abroad, Chef Locatelli is known for his fine...

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US duties: risk for 98% of Italian wines

Editorial Staff12 March 202512 March 2025

by Editorial Staff12 March 202512 March 20250

The Uiv-Unione Italiana Vini, through the mouth of president Lamberto Frescobaldi: 80% of Italian wine risks a real leap in the dark. Only 2% are in the luxury bracket. Quality/price the added value of tricolor wine. The damage for Italian...

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Risotto with scampi and citrus

Editorial Staff8 March 20253 March 2025

by Editorial Staff8 March 20253 March 20250

A refined dish, perfect for enhancing the elegant, citrus notes of the Alto Adige Pinot Bianco / Südtirol Weissburgunder Riserva Five V Years 2015 Kellerei Meran, which perfectly balances the sweetness of the scampi and the acidity of the citrus....

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Sangiovese Grosso: ministerial approval for clones VdC2 and VdM1

Editorial Staff8 March 202513 March 2025

by Editorial Staff8 March 202513 March 20250

With the Decree of February 7, 2025, the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Forestry officially approved the VdC2 and VdM1 clones, selected and developed within the Bibbiano Estate under the initial push of Giulio Gambelli. A decades-long journey to...

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Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco reopens March 21

Editorial Staff6 March 202526 February 2025

by Editorial Staff6 March 202526 February 20250

In the heart of Val d’Orcia, at the Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco resort, the original gastronomic stop at Campo del Drago Restaurant** and the new experiences A Casa dello chef, Sapore di Mare and Dipingi & Degusta. Rosewood Castiglion del...