and wine news for Sunday 7 July 2024:

Good morning, wine lovers!

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Prosekar, origins and characteristics of the ancestor of Prosecco Prosekar is the symbolic sparkling wine of the Karst, produced on the terraced pastures between the Trieste Karst plateau and the Miramare castle. It is mainly produced with the ancestral method using white grape varieties such as Glera, Vitovska and Istrian Malvasia. After light pressing, the must ferments in steel, preserving the indigenous yeasts, and then completes the fermentation in the bottle without adding sugars or yeasts.

Everything is ready for the Collalto Wine Festival: four days of music, food and great guests The Collalto Wine Festival returns to Susegana, from 11 to 14 July, with a busy calendar of musical events, good food and wines from the Conte Collalto winery. The cellar square will come alive every evening, starting at 7pm, with DJ sets, food trucks and a 90s evening on 11 July.

Erbaluce di Caluso, the wine born from the tear of a nymph Legend has it that from the tear of Albaluce, daughter of the Sun and the nymph Alba, Erbaluce was born, a white grape variety that covers the hills of Caluso, in northern Piedmont. Its bunches shine half hidden by the foliage of the pergola vine, giving life to a luminous wine.

Does the spoon in the bottle of sparkling wine work? Vincenzo Schettini tells us. Is it true that a teaspoon in an open bottle of sparkling wine preserves the bubbles? Vincenzo Schettini analyzes this popular belief, dotting the proverbial "i" regarding the myths related to the conservation of sparkling wine.

The Cantine Europa case: unpopular but honest choices are needed Cantine Europa is at the center of a heated debate on its survival. The situation requires unpopular but honest choices to resolve the critical issues and guarantee a sustainable future for the contributing members and economic operators involved.

DONNAFUGATA – One of the Largest and Historic Sicilian Wineries Donnafugata, founded by Giacomo Rallo and his wife Gabriella in 1983, is one of the most renowned Sicilian wineries. Its name, inspired by the novel "The Leopard", reflects a rich and fascinating history. Its wines represent the excellence of Made in Italy in the world.

Wine, production ko: there are those who think of uprooting the vines. Small Apulian producers are against The harvest is upon us and concerns about the future of the wine and wine sector in Italy, and in Puglia in particular, are growing. Critical issues include large inventories of unsold wine and climate challenges affecting the quality and quantity of grapes produced.

Over one hundred thousand euros for a bottle of wine. The most expensive purchase ever for an Italian label A bottle of Primat di Color 2016, from Bibi Graetz's chateau in Fiesole, was sold in Zurich for 102 thousand euros, marking a record for an Italian label. The 27-litre bottle is stored in a special case for excellent ageing.

Wine and climate, Marco Simonit: “promoting the resilience of plants to climatic variables” At the "Vine to Mind" symposium at Harvard University, Marco Simonit underlined the importance of promoting the resilience of plants to climatic variables. The event explored the integration of winemaking traditions with contemporary Data Science and Artificial Intelligence technologies.

New York Times, the best wines for summer under 19 euros: 4 are Italian Wine critic Eric Asimov has included 4 Italian wines in the New York Times "20 Wines Under $20, Hot Weather Edition" list, an excellent resource to find fresh, light and low alcohol wines for the summer.

There are also two wines from Rimini among the winners of the Vino del Tribuno 2024 competition. In the Vino del Tribuno 2024 competition, two wines from Rimini, the Accidia Rimini DOC Rebola Secco 2023 and the Giulietta Rimini DOC Rebola Secco 2023, obtained the "Merit" recognition . The awards ceremony took place in Bertinoro, in the presence of the local authorities.

The Albana and Sangiovese from four Ravenna companies awarded at the "Vino del Tribuno" competition Two Albana and three Sangiovese from Ravenna companies were awarded at the 2024 Vino del Tribuno Competition. The awards ceremony took place in Bertinoro, with the participation of Romagna producers who obtained excellent scores.

Let's toast with the Poets' Wine! The Bottega company has launched the “Vino dei Poeti”: a Prosecco Brut Valdobbiadene Superiore DOCG. This wine is produced with Glera grapes grown between Conegliano and Valdobbiadene, representing the excellence of Prosecco with a moderate sugar content, ideal for those who prefer dry wines.

Monserrato celebrates the first hundred years of the social winery Monserrato celebrated the hundred years of its social winery with a big party involving thousands of people. Tomaso Locci, mayor and wine producer, underlined the importance of teaming up to affirm the city's vocation for the cultivation and transformation of grapes. The event paid homage to this local reality, supported by the institutions as an essential component of the history and culture of Monserra.

Cortile Arabo: enchanting evening with Chef Massimo Giaquinta and Mandois champagne In the picturesque seaside village of Marzamemi, on 1 July 2024, an exclusive evening took place at the "Cortile Arabo". Chef Massimo Giaquinta delighted guests with his culinary art, accompanied by a refined selection of Mandois champagne and the evocative jazz duo formed by Elisa Guarrella (vocals) and Maurizio Diara (guitar).

The Wine Oscars: the Concorso del Tribuno rewards the nectars of Romagna The award ceremony for the winning wines of the Vino del Tribuno 2024 Competition, organized by the Consorzio Vini di Romagna, was held in the splendid setting of the Ca' de Bè in Bertinoro. After the initial greetings of the first tribune, Giordano Zinzani, and the illustration of the judging criteria by the president Roberto Monti, the deputy mayor Elisa Leoni brought the greetings of the Municipality of Bertinoro.

Vito Cardinali, Doc Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore Vito 2023 Vito Cardinali, former steel manager, has returned to his home town, Morro d'Alba, to invest in the area and offer economic opportunities. He presented the first labels from his cellar, including the Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Doc Classico Superiore, surprising for their aromatic intensity and pleasantness of drinking.

Il Palagione, Docg Vernaccia di San Gimignano Hydra 2023 Giorgio Comotti, in 1995, decided to leave Milan to embark on a new adventure in Tuscany, purchasing and renovating an abandoned farm between San Gimignano and Volterra. Today, his company produces organic wines distinguished by their aromatic style and pleasant verticality, with a production of 80,000 bottles per year.

We rent your cellar on weekends. We are looking for a cellar to rent for Saturdays and Sundays, to offer tasting experiences and guided tours. With the increase in wine tourism, we want to collaborate to enhance your prestige and attract visitors. Contact us to discuss the details and start a beneficial collaboration.

Wine Trends in Italy - Week of 1 to 5 July 2024 The Italian wine sector continues to evolve. White wines and sparkling wines are very popular, while "no and low alcohol" wines represent a growing market opportunity. These wines, with little or no alcohol content, attract more and more health-conscious consumers, diversifying the offer of Italian wineries.

Stop by the cellar, there's a gift for you! We present the new web platform “Vino e Natura”, designed to bring customers directly to the cellars, offering unique experiences of tasting, purchasing wine and accommodation. Subscriber companies will be able to take advantage of numerous services, including international visibility, increased sales and access to new markets. "Vino e Natura" promotes the sustainability and valorization of Italian wineries, offering a digital showcase that enhances the quality and tradition of Italian wine.

Thank you for listening. We remind you that today's wine press review was offered by WINE IDEA

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