The wine news for Tuesday 10 July 2024:

Good morning, wine lovers!

Oscar Farinetti criticizes natural wine during the event at Mare e Vitovska Oscar Farinetti sparked controversy during the inaugural conference at the eighteenth edition of Mare e Vitovska, defining the term "natural wine" as fascist and criticizing those who, in his opinion, they don't understand the industry.

Study on dried pomace for soil fertility A recent study highlights how pomace from the olive industry can improve soil fertility, supporting the sustainability of olive groves. The study was conducted by IFAPA and funded by the Junta de Andalucía and the European Union.

Music and wine under the stars at La Roccola di Cinto Euganeo On Saturday 13 July, "A rhythm of Wine" will offer an evening of live music and wine tasting at La Roccola di Cinto Euganeo. Guests are invited to enjoy an evening of food and wine outdoors.

Legislative progress in the agricultural sector with a focus on biomethane The Agriculture Bill is being discussed in the Chamber, with particular attention to the introduction of policies for biomethane in the energy-intensive sector.

Appointment on sustainable viticulture in Alba The second event of the "PUT AN EVENING IN THE PARK" series will be held on 12 July in Alba, focusing on sustainable viticulture and oenology, with interventions by prof. Marco Motion.

Prosecco attracts global tourists with walk of the hills The walk of the hills of Prosecco celebrates its fifth anniversary with record walkers, with over 3500 participants from around the world this year.

Architecture of a winery celebrates the Italian landscape A winery in Montevecchia stands out for its respect for the surrounding environment, demonstrating how architecture can integrate harmoniously into the agricultural landscape.

Resignations in the Oltrepò Pavese consortium shake the sector Five members of the Board of Directors of the Oltrepò Pavese Wine Protection Consortium have resigned, marking a period of uncertainty for this historic wine region.

Cantina Pasqua elected as the most innovative of the year Cantina Pasqua, known for its unconventional approach to communication in the wine sector, has been recognized as the most innovative of 2024 by Wine Enthusiast.

Antinori consolidates its presence in the USA by purchasing Col Solare The Antinori family strengthens its presence in the US market by acquiring complete control of the Col Solare winery in Washington State.

Cantina di Ramuscello launches "Vinum Terre", a wine refined in the soil. The "Vinum Terre" project introduced the first Italian wine refined directly in the soil, with an experiment involving 555 bottles of Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso.

Adua Villa named communicator of the year in the wine sector Adua Villa, sommelier and communicator, was named Communicator of the Year by the Bollicine del Mondo guide, thanks to her innovative approach to communication in the world of wine.

Teo Costa wins two gold and two silver in Brussels The Teo Costa winery shone at the world competition in Brussels, taking home two gold and two silver medals for its wines.

Italian restaurants awarded for the best wine list Six Italian restaurants have received the Grand Award from Wine Spectator, recognition given to restaurants with an exceptional selection of wines.

Sensory experience with gin in Noventa Padovana On 10 July, the Cantina Italiana of Noventa Padovana will host an event dedicated to the tasting of artisanal gin, with an approach that intertwines taste and Italian traditions.

The importance of added value and positioning in the wine sector With a general decline in consumption, Italian wineries such as Argiano, Cà del Bosco, and Ferrari Trento are focusing on investments in high quality and communication to grow further.

Innovation in Prosecco Superiore from La Tordera La Tordera introduces the Classic Method Extra Brut Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore "Paolo Vettoretti", aged for up to 36 months, challenging the conventions of the denomination.

Promoting Italian Wine Through Golf with Allegrini Allegrini leverages wine tourism and golf to promote Italian wine, offering immersive experiences at their wine resorts and wineries.

Conference on climate change and the future of wine A conference will be held in Urbana on July 18 to discuss how climate change will affect the taste and production of wine, with a focus on alcohol-free wines.

New Judea wines triumph in Italy Israeli wines obtained two gold and a silver at the XXII International Wine Competition Città del Vino, held in Rome.

The impact of dinosaurs on the evolution of grapes Research suggests that grapes only spread and thrived after the extinction of the dinosaurs, with birds playing a crucial role in spreading the seeds.

Sustainability challenges in Italian wine The annual wine report shows a slight decline in Italian wine exports, with an increase only in IGT denominations.

Appeal from the wine world to the new English Government The Wsta urges the new Government led by Keir Starmer to consider the impact of the regulations on wine tax and packaging.

"Calici di Stelle" celebrates myth, science and wine The summer event "Calici di Stelle" combines mythology, astronomy and wine, with events in Italian wineries and historic centers from 27 July to 25 August.

Caiarossa at RipaWine, explore the Tuscan coast Caiarossa protagonist at RipaWine, an event that promotes wine and culture in Riparbella with tastings and entertainment from 12 to 14 July.

Innovation in viticulture with the Vine Master Pruners Simonit&Sirch have developed a dendrosurgery technique to treat esca disease, significantly improving the productivity of the vines.

Cocco...Wine 2024 in Cocconato d'Asti From 30 August to 1 September, the Cocco...Wine event in Cocconato promotes wine, gastronomy and landscape of Monferrato with a focus on local wineries.

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

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