The wine news for Friday 28 June 2024!

Summer offers in the Langhe: 4 days in a farmhouse with breakfast included and free cancellation, from only €110! Enjoy 4 days in the Piedmontese Langhe in a fabulous farmhouse (5/5 on TripAdvisor) in Sinio, a few km from Alba, with breakfast included and free cancellation, from only €110. Availability between the end of June and September. The Langhe, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2014, offers hills, vineyards, castles, historic villages and rich Piedmontese food and wine, including wines such as Barolo and Barbaresco, and specialties such as the white truffle of Alba.

Decanter rewards Friuli with two platinum medals Friuli Venezia Giulia celebrates two platinum medals at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2024. The awarded wines are the Pinot Bianco "Santarosa" 2022 from Castello di Spessa and the company's "Valeris" Friulano 2022 Muzic, both from Collio, who obtained 97 points, confirming themselves among the Italian wine excellences.

Italian bubbles toast the oldest regatta: Ferrari with Luna Rossa in the America's Cup The famous Ferrari bubbles, symbol of Trentodoc, are the official "toast" of sporting events such as the Formula 1 championship and the Italian Cup. Now, the bottle of Ferrari Maximum Blanc de Blancs has named Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli's new AC75 foiling for America's Cup n. 37, which will begin at the end of August in Barcelona.

Britain's largest winery could be sold The UK's wine industry is on the rise, with the biggest ever grape harvest in 2023. Chapel Down, the famous English sparkling wine producer, is exploring options to finance its growth plan , including the sale, investment in new vineyards and the construction of a new winery operational from 2026.

Gangmastering in the vineyards: the prevention plan for the next harvest arrives in Champagne. The Comité Champagne has launched an action plan to protect the 120 thousand seasonal grape harvesters, improving working conditions in the 35 thousand hectares of the district. The objective is to prevent dramatic episodes like those of the last harvest, involving local prefectures to increase checks and inspections.

Small guide to the cellars of Lanusei for fearless gourmets Lanusei, during the Cherry Fair, offers a gastronomic journey in the Ancient Cellars, known for its culinary transgression. With fifteen stages, this experience is a true journey into tradition, where local delights are the protagonists, but caution is needed to survive the ordeal.

In Rome there is a kiosk with natural wines that is becoming popular among young people. In Rome, near the Cipro metro station, the Fischio kiosk offers a unique atmosphere with 15 tables that are always full. Opened by three friends, the place has become a popular meeting point for young people, inspired by the historic kiosk in Ponte Tazio.

CAP, recovering the centrality of the agricultural enterprise During the webinar "Simplification of the CAP and restoration of nature" by Upa Siena, the improvement of agricultural production and the ecological transition was discussed, with the aim of supporting farmers and reducing burdens bureaucratic.

The Val d'Ayas to "sip" with wine tastings in a unique setting The Val d'Ayas Tourist Consortium presents "Val d'Ayas in a glass", a wine tasting event on 6 July in Champoluc. An opportunity to discover the food and wine excellences of the Aosta Valley and meet local producers.

The gentle oenology of Bellavista Bellavista, with 207 hectares in Franciacorta, is a pillar of the Italian wine sector. Its Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Bianco and Erbamat grapes grow on morainic soils and in a mild climate, expressing elegance and freshness that are refined over the years.

Ischia, "Andar per Cantine" returns between wine, culture and territory. The XVI edition of "Andar per Cantine" will be held from 20 September to 6 October in Ischia, combining wine tastings with historical and cultural explorations. The consolidated format aims to enhance the territory through excursions and visits to the cellars.

Trentodoc in the Cellar Part of the "Trentodoc Festival" from 20 to 22 September, the "Trentodoc in the Cellar" event explores the six production districts of mountain sparkling wines with 97 events in 42 sparkling wine houses, offering a widespread experience throughout the territory .

Cantina Canus, when wine marries design: a small company that thinks big Between Udine and Gorizia, in the Eastern Hills, stands Cantina Canus in Corno di Rosazzo (UD). With vineyards overlooking L'Argine a Vencò, Antonia Klugmann's famous restaurant, the winery combines oenological talent with Friulian culinary tradition, expressing harmony and enhancing the local terroir.

Olympics, Cantina Damilano represents Piedmont at Casa Italia The Cantina Damilano will represent Piedmont in the Casa Italia wine list at the Paris Olympic Games (26 July - 11 August 2024). The Barolo DOCG 'Lecinquevigne', a blend of Nebbiolo di Barolo and Grinzane Cavour grapes, testifies to the tradition and quality of the winery.

Terre d'Oltrepò: from social winery to industrial wine hub Terre d'Oltrepò transforms from social winery to industrial hub, uniting Cantina di Broni, Cantina di Casteggio and La Versa in a restructured holding company. The five-year industrial plan focuses on efficiency, transparency and valorisation of the territory.

Wine stocks down in May. But PDO red wines are declining more slowly. In May 2024, wine stocks in Italian cellars fell to 46.4 million hectoliters, with a decrease of 7.1% compared to April 2024 and 12.3% compared to May. 2023. PDO wines decline more slowly (-6.8%), highlighting a general decrease in musts, table wines and PGIs.

Cantina Bolla wines accompany travelers on Italo trains From July to October 2024, Cantina Bolla will serve its wines on Italo trains and in the Italo Club lounges in Milan, Florence and Rome. Travelers in Prima Business and Club Executive will be able to taste the Prosecco Superiore Valdobbiadene Docg Brut Bolla, enhancing Italian excellence.

Cantina Pizzolato: the new “Souvenir” line Cantina Pizzolato launches the new line of “Souvenir” wines, which celebrates special moments and emotions. The labels, such as that of the Pinot Grigio DOC Venezia, recall the memories of the founder Settimo Pizzolato and the tradition of organic viticulture.

Ferrari is the official toast of Formula 1® From 2021 to 2025, Ferrari Trentodoc bubbles celebrate the Formula 1® champions. The Ferrari Trentodoc Jeroboam, a symbol of Italian excellence, seals the most important moments of sport, as declared by Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1®.

The "resistance" of wine, between prohibitionism, climate and market: the focus at "Vino Vip Cortina" "VinoVip Cortina", a biennial event of "Civiltà del Bere", will be held on 14 July with the conference "Resistance!" which will address issues such as prohibition, climate change and commercial strategies. Luigi Moio, president of Oiv, will open the works at the Alexander Girardi Hall.

The oldest wine in the world discovered. It was a white but not for drinking. Near Carmona, Spain, a 2,000-year-old wine was found in a 1st-century AD burial chamber. The glass jar containing the reddish liquid was discovered in a sealed niche, as reported by the chemist José Rafael Ruiz Arrebola in the "Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports".

Italian wine in Great Britain holds up and is worth 891 million pounds: Prosecco "phenomenon" The United Kingdom, the world's second largest importer of wine, is a key market for Italian wine, with a value of 891 million pounds in 2023. The masterclass at One London Wall celebrated the labels of the Istituto Grandi Marchi, with wines from prestigious Italian wineries.

A positive 2023, but 2024 and 2025 will be better, for Italian food and wine. The Italian food sector saw significant growth, going from 53 billion in 2012 to 90 billion in 2023. Exports grew from 23 to 44 billion euros in the same period, with an increase in the workforce. The sector is poised for further success in 2024 and 2025.

Wine: Trento Doc, turnover grew by 3% in 2023 The turnover of the 67 Trento Doc sparkling wine houses grew by 3% in 2023, reaching 185 million euros. The "Trentodoc Festival" will be held from 20 to 22 September, with 97 events organized by 42 sparkling wine houses, promoting mountain bubbles.

Italian wine in the world: exports at 188% in 20 years. Analysis by Denis Pantini (Nomisma) Italian wine exports have grown by 188% in 20 years, despite the current difficulties. Denis Pantini of Nomisma expects an improvement in the second half of 2024, even if consumption is changing with a reduction in the quantities drunk.

Passion for the land and managerial ability: this is how Francesca Moretti worked on the stylistic turning point of her wines Francesca Moretti, president of Terra Moretti, guide Bellavista, Contadi Castaldi, Sella e Mosca, Petra, Teruzzi and Acquagiusta. A skilled oenologist and manager, she has been able to invest in the land and surround herself with professionals, rewriting the future of quality oenology.

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