Wine Idea's wine news for February 19, 2025!

The best Montepulciano d'Abruzzo under 20 euros

• Gambero Rosso selects the 14 best Montepulciano d'Abruzzo.
• The symbolic grape variety of Abruzzo covers more than half of the 33 thousand hectares of vineyards in the region.
• Historical origins in the Peligna Valley, with diffusion throughout the region and surrounding territories.

Best Pinot Grigio in the World: The Triumph of Friuli Venezia Giulia

• The "Dessimis" 2022 by Vie di Romans wins at Wine Paris 2025.
• Gianfranco Gallo included in The Drinks Business' "Master Winemaker 100".
• The recognition strengthens the position of Friuli in the world wine scene.

30th edition of the Prosecco Spring

• From March 14, 15 exhibitions will celebrate Prosecco on the UNESCO Hills.
• Event presented by the President of the Veneto Region Luca Zaia.
• A journey through the villages, vineyards and cellars of Conegliano and Valdobbiadene.

New Highway Code: Wine Consumption Decrease

• More severe sanctions lead to a reduction in sales in wine shops and venues.
• The president of Vinarius points out differences between regions and types of consumption.

Health labels on wine: Lollobrigida's crusade

• EU proposes health alerts similar to those for cigarettes.
• Coldiretti and Unione Italiana Vini denounce the negative economic impact.
• Minister Lollobrigida opposes new European regulations.

Tuscan Wine Recovery in 2024

• Production increased by 900 thousand hectoliters.
• Tuscany confirms its leadership in organic farming with 38% of the vineyard surface.
• Growth in exports and increase in vineyard area beyond 61 thousand hectares.

Export boom in the US due to fear of new tariffs

• Italian wine exports to the US grow by 20% in the last two months of 2024.
• Sparkling wines and still wines are seeing significant increases in sales.
• Castelletti (UIV): "The market is fueled by geopolitical fears".

Albiera Antinori: "Protecting European wine is a challenge of identity and competitiveness"

• Federvini denounces the threats of inconsistent regulations and ideological pressures.
• A common strategy is needed to enhance the European wine heritage.

The controversy over alarmist labels

• Coldiretti Siena: "Unacceptable alarmist labels".
• President Prandini reiterates the need for a distinction between moderate consumption and abuse.
• Fears of unjustified tax penalties.

Tuscan Wine: Bolgheri and Maremma on the Rise

• In 2024, 248 million bottles will be bottled (-1.3% compared to 2023).
• Bolgheri (4.7%) and Maremma (9.7%) go against the trend.
• Positive data for Brunello di Montalcino (3%).

Domenico Bomba: "Wine is a resource, not a risk"

• Cia-Italian Farmers defends the wine sector.
• Criticism of alarmist labels and penalizing taxation.

Gender Equality in the Cellar: Venica & Venica Among the First in Italy

• The Collio company obtains the UNI/PdR 125:2022 certification.
• Recognition for a concrete commitment to equitable and inclusive growth.

Cellar thefts: alarm in Veneto

• The cellar gang strikes in San Pietro di Feletto.
• The owners see the thieves live on security cameras.

Mafia and wine: the Cantina Rapitalà case

• According to the Palermo DDA, Cosa Nostra used the cellar as an "ATM".
• Arrests in the Camporeale mafia district.

Salone del Vino Torino: a week of events

• From February 24th to March 3rd, over 50 events between tradition and innovation.
• OGR Torino hosts the third edition of the main event.

Vinarius Territory Award

• Celebrating areas that combine wine, culture and tourism.
• Vinarius represents over 120 wine shops throughout Italy.

Mandrarossa Literary Award: uniting wine and narrative

• An initiative to tell stories through wine.
• Promoted by the Mandrarossa winery in Menfi, Sicily.

Bottega Prosecco exports grow in non-G7 markets

• Strategy to diversify exports and reduce recession risks.
• Focus on emerging countries and international consumers.

VR Wine La Genisia: Virtual Reality in the Vineyards

• Immersive experience to discover Oltrepò Pavese.
• Technological innovation for the promotion of the territory.

Cantina Ventiventi: the new generation of wine

• Young Emilian company with a strong sustainable footprint.
• The Razzaboni family focuses on quality and respect for the territory.

Gin Tabar London Dry: the Emilian spirit meets the English style

• New label from Casoni Liquori, a historic Modena producer.
• Union between tradition and innovation for the gin market.

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