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New strategic arrangement for Caviro
The wine division is divided into two new segments: Cantine Caviro and Tenute Caviro. The premium hub is strengthened with the appointment of Giovanni Lai, who adds Leonardo da Vinci to Cesari’s leadership. New strategy for Caviro, Italy’s largest winery,...
86 UGAs recognized for Alto Adige wines.
Official confirmation by the Ministry of 86 individual areas documented down to the smallest detail. With this recognition, South Tyrol’s wine sector takes another step in the direction of uniqueness. Zoning ensures that in the future. the optimal grape variety...
Tolaini (Chianti Classico) acquires Sardinian winery Pala
Mario Pala and family-owners of the eponymous winery in Serdiana (near Cagliari)-have closed the sales agreement with Lia Tolaini, head of the Tolaini winery in Castelnuovo Berardenga, Siena. Yesterday, Thursday, Oct. 17, the Pala family, among the most important wine...
Dialogue between viticulture and mountain landscape
“Monte Baldo trentino: dialogue between viticulture and mountain landscape.” A day of in-depth study, the protagonist was mountain viticulture, told by the voices of experts in the field in an alternating dialogue with winemakers active in the area. Introduced by...
Alberto Rabachin is the Best Sommelier Fisar 2024
Twenty-four-year-old Alberto Rabachin, originally from Vigevano, won the competition among Fisar delegates who compete each year for Best Sommelier at the National Congress. During the 52nd National Congress of Fisar-the Italian Hotel and Restaurant Federation-held in early October, Alberto Rabachin...
Uiv: yes to renovation, no to unconditional grubbing up of vineyards
The sector is at a crossroads and there is a need for renewal. Good the proposal of recovering unused funds, lowering the alcohol content and to the promotion in EU. No to unconditional grubbings, yes to curbing yields, expanding the...
“Braida” is Historic Mark of National Interest
“Braida,” a symbol of Piedmontese wine in the world, has been awarded the prestigious Historic Mark of National Interest conferred by the Ministry of Business and Made in Italy, a recognition that celebrates the winemaking tradition of excellence. This public...
CMO Promotion call, published the rankings
The publication – 2 months earlier than last year – of the rankings for the CMO Promotion call for proposals finally allows wine companies to better plan their campaigns in non-EU countries. Positive opinion of the Italian Wine Union “It...
The Italian wine industry launches the VITÆVINO Declaration.
The VITÆVINO Declaration, a European campaign for the protection of wine culture and conviviality promoted by the sector’s representative organizations CEEV, CEVI, COPA-COGECA and EFOW, was relaunched today in Italy by the sector’s national associations. The VITÆVINO Declaration can now...
Vintage estimates 2024: comments from key players
Comments on the 2024 vintage estimates from Riccardo Cotarella president Assoenologi, Livio Proietti president ISMEA, Lamberto Frescobaldi president UIV and Gaya Ducceschi Head of Wine & Society and Communication CEEV. They were presented today in Ortigia (SR), as part of...
2024 vintage estimates: despite drought, heat and bad weather, quality is good
Presented to G7 Agriculture the 2024 vintage estimates of Assoenologi, Uiv and Ismea. Good to excellent quality. Timid rise in production with 41 mln hectoliters. There are an estimated 41 million hectoliters for the 2024 harvest, which marks a tentative...
New Executive for The Grand Wine Tour
The Gran Wine tour, the first Italian association of wineries united in the enhancement of wine tourism, appoints Nadia Zenato and Elvira Bortolomiol as communication managers: “Together to enhance and develop quality wine tourism, with the goal of reaching 40...
Here are the winners of the 43rd Masi Prize
Civiltà Veneta to Riccardo Illy, Arcangelo Sassolino, Sara Segantin. Civiltà del Vino to Donatella Cinelli Colombini and Grosso D’Oro Veneziano to Opera Don Calabria. THEME OF THE 2024 EDITION: “ The Virtuous Circle of Beauty.” The Masi Foundation is pleased...
Giorgio Medici has passed away
It is with immense sorrow that we learn that Giorgio Medici, president and third-generation member of the Medici Ermete winery, pioneer of Lambrusco and Italian wine in the world, has passed away. Giorgio Medici (better known as James) passed away...
High-level group on European wine sector kicks off
Businesses want action on competitiveness and climate change adaptation for a sector that expresses 3 million jobs. High Level Group on the European Wine Sector kicks off. Work has begun on the High Level Group on the wine sector promoted...
Giovanni Manetti confirmed as head of Chianti Classico wine consortium
No two without three: Giovanni Manetti, of the Fontodi winery, confirmed as head of the Chianti Classico Wine Consortium. In the centennial year of Italy’s oldest wine consortium, Manetti is acclaimed president for the third time. Also in the sign...
Pietro Alagna passed away at the age of 96
Pietro Alagna, Honorary President of Cantine Pellegrino in Marsala, passed away on Aug. 26 at the age of 96. A leading figure in Italian oenology, he made a fundamental contribution to linking Marsala’s oenological history with today’s winemaking modernity. Pellegrino,...
Here are the best wines of Sud Top Wine 2024
Here are the 69 Southern Italian wines chosen from more than 500 labels from six regions of the country for the sixth edition of the Sud Top Wine Competition. Here are the best 69 The best wines from Southern Italy...
Casato Prime Donne Award 2024 returns
The Casato Prime Donne Award 2024 returns and the winners are: Maria Canabal, Winenews, Trebicchieri and Linea Verde. On Saturday, September 14, 2024, the Casato Prime Donne Award returns to Montalcino. An appointment that coincides with the beginning of the...
Harvest 2024 kicks off in Sicily
A hot, dry climate has promoted healthy, intact grapes. Sicilian producers are able to cope with climatic conditions through innovative rootstocks, soil management, and experimental sensors that monitor water stress. The longest grape harvest in Italy, averaging over one hundred...
Mita Castiglioni sole owner of Querciabella
Following an agreement between siblings Sebastiano and Mita Castiglioni, Querciabella announces a major leadership change, reaffirming its commitment to continuity and sustainability. Querciabella, a renowned Tuscan wine producer, celebrates a significant milestone in its 50th year in business with the...
Rome Capital and Latium Women of Wine Association Agreement.
Rome Capital’s yes to memorandum of understanding with Le Donne del Vino association. Agriculture Councillor Sabrina Alfonsi: “We stand by women entrepreneurs in the wine sector in Rome and Lazio.” A resolution presented by Councillor for Agriculture, Environment and Waste...
10th edition of the master’s program Italian Wines and World Markets
Italian Wines and World Markets: registration is open for the 10th edition of the first-level university master’s program promoted by four universities in Tuscany together with the Italian Sommelier Association. Applications to participate by October 8. It is the reference...
MarsicaLand program presented in Rome
Marsicaland, presented in Rome the program that will take place in Avezzano, from Friday, Sept. 6 to Sunday, Sept. 8. A rich calendar of tastings of local products, cultural insights and performances. The program of MarsicaLand was presented in Rome....
The Euganean Hills Unesco World Biodiversity Reserve
Since July 5, the Euganean Hills have been a UNESCO World Biodiversity Reserve. An important milestone for the Veneto region and for Italy, to the achievement of which viticulture also made an important contribution. “The inclusion of the Euganean Hills...
Died Benito Nonino, father of quality grappa
Last night at the family home-farm in Friuli, Italy, Benito Nonino, the man who transformed grappa from a tavern distillate into a fine product, passed away. ANSA NEWS. – He was 90 years old and, together with his wife Giannola,...
Restaurateur donates leftover water to kennels
Commendable initiative by Neapolitan chef Ciro Di Maio, of Brescia’s SanCiro pizzeria restaurant: he donates leftover water from tables to the dog pound. On average, customers don’t drink about 30 liters of water a week, Neapolitan chef Ciro Di Maio,...
Etna Doc, unanimous vote for production containment
Contingent management of new vineyard registration confirmed by the membership meeting. For President Cambria, “a strategic choice that protects the territory and market positioning.” Production containment to support quality growth and positioning of the denomination. The line of the Consortium...
Christian Scrinzi is the New General Manager of Collis Group
Collis Veneto Wine Group announces an important entry at the top: Christian Scrinzi is the new General Manager. Collis Veneto Wine Group announces the appointment of Christian Scrinzi, former Enological and Production Director of Gruppo Italiano Vini, as the new...
Federvini General Assembly: export boom in two decades
Italy second world player for wine (+188%), fifth for spirits (+300%). Vinegars also did well (+180%). Internationalization, protection of productions and promotion of Mediterranean style: Italian challenges and values in a changing world. How do we protect domestic wine, spirits...