The wine news for Wednesday 10 July 2024:

Good morning, wine lovers!

Highlighted Events

Tramonto DiVino In Villa - Riccione Celebrate the flavors of Emilia-Romagna with the "Tramonto DiVino" roadshow. Appointment on Friday 26 July in the garden of Villa Mussolini in Riccione. An event that combines regional wines, DOP and IGP foods, and local food and wine culture.

Goblets of Stars From Saturday 27 July to Sunday 25 August, take part in "Goblets of Stars", the event that intertwines mythology, science and cultural traditions, offering unique sensory experiences between yoga, meditation and walks in the vineyards.

Awards and News

New UNESCO Biosphere Reserves The Euganean Hills and Julian Alps have been named UNESCO Biosphere Reserves, a recognition which occurred during the 36th session of the UNESCO MAB committee in Agadir, Morocco.

Abbazia di Novacella - Innovation in Wine Discover Minus 2023, the partially alcohol-free wine from Abbazia di Novacella, which combines innovation and winemaking tradition.

Culture and Awards

Awards ceremony in Borgo San Donato The Tre Terre winery obtained the gold medal for its Shiraz PGI 2022 at the "Città del Vino" competition, held in Rome with the presence of eminent figures in the sector.

100% Made in Romagna Wine - Cesena On Friday 12 July, Cesena will become the beating heart of Romagna wine with over 100 wineries and 11 masterclasses. An event that combines taste and social solidarity.

Insights

Price Dynamics in the Wine Sector In-depth analysis of the wine price situation: while in Bordeaux there is a decrease, Burgundy plans future strategies for proactive adaptation to the market.

Women in Wine: Milena Pepe Focus on Milena Pepe, a leading figure in the Italian wine world, who, with her Tenuta Cavalier Pepe, carries on a tradition of quality and innovation.

Upcoming events

Aperitif in the Vineyard - Montevecchia Saturday 13th July, don't miss the "Aperitif in the Vineyard" at the Maggioni Francesco agricultural company. An opportunity to taste local wines and products in a unique context.

From Al Bano to Sting: Cinema Tells the Stars of Wine Discover "Celebrity Wines", the new documentary by Giacomo Arrigoni which follows the winemaking adventures of international celebrities from Abruzzo to Piedmont. In theaters from 15 to 17 July, after its debut at the Ischia Global Film Festival.

Industry news

Wine Tourism Relaunches Lugana Doc Wine tourism in Italy shows impressive figures with a turnover of 2.5 billion euros. Lugana Doc responds with a new guide for wine tourists, further enhancing the Lake Garda area.

Reforms and Support: PNS Vino Notice 2024/2025 Deadline is 12 July 2024 for the regional tender dedicated to the restructuring and reconversion of vineyards in Sicily. An initiative to increase competitiveness and support generational turnover.

Events and Awards

Sorso Protagonist at the XXII International Wine Competition Città del Vino Great success for the Sorso companies, with four wineries awarded during the ceremony at the Palazzo Senatorio in Campidoglio, Rome.

Alghero lights up with the Alguer Wine Week The first edition of the Alguer Wine Week concluded successfully, which saw Alghero transformed into the capital of Sardinian oenology.

Culture and Discussions

Oscar Farinetti and the Controversy over Natural Wine During the Mare e Vitovska festival, Oscar Farinetti criticizes the use of the term "natural wine", sparking debates and reactions in the sector.

Wine and Justice: Nordio at the Forum in Masseria Carlo Nordio, Minister of Justice, discusses wine and legality in a heated debate with the National Association of Magistrates in Manduria.

Tastings and Traditions

A SUMMER TRIP AMONG DOP EXCELLENCE Summer trips become an opportunity to discover and appreciate Garda DOC wines, perfect companions for toasts on the lake shore.

Langhe DOC Rossese Bianco: An Autochthonous Wine That Challenges Conventions Discover how the Rossese Bianco of the Langhe lives again thanks to the efforts of the Josetta Saffirio winery, an example of resilience and innovation.

Social Perspectives

4th Pink Night of Wine: 15 Women Awarded The event celebrated women's commitment in the world of wine, recognizing the contribution of women in various winemaking fields.

Legality in the Sector

Fake DOC Wine Scandal in Piacenza A vast operation by the Carabinieri has led to 12 people and two companies being reported for counterfeiting DOC wines.

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

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