Wine Idea's wine news for February 4, 2025!

  • 03/02/2025

Today's wine news

Phytosanitary alert and updates

 

New Xylella strain on grapevine and almond: growing concern

 

A year after the discovery of the Xylella fastidiosa ST-1 strain in Triggiano (Bari) , concerns in the wine sector are still high. Researcher Donato Boscia (CNR - Institute for Sustainable Plant Protection of Bari) underlines the need to monitor the situation to avoid damage similar to that suffered by the Apulian olive groves and the Californian vineyards in the nineteenth century.

Market and business strategies

Garda Terroir: an alliance between four wineries to enhance Lake Garda

A new project to promote the territory: Villa Calicantus, La Bacheta, Josef and Samuele Casella join forces to fill the wine void on the DOCs of Custoza, Bardolino, Colli Mantovani and Valtènesi. “Enough talking about natural wine, let’s talk about our terroir”, says Daniele Delaini (Villa Calicantus) .

🇫🇷 La Scolca brings Gavi DOCG and a low-alcohol wine to Paris

At Wine Paris , an international wine event, Chiara Soldati presents a Gavi with 9.5% alcohol and 52 kcal , produced with an early harvest and without chemical processes. A choice that intercepts the growing demand for low-alcohol wines.

Tenimenti d'Alessandro changes ownership: Fèlsina acquires majority stake

The historic Cortona company, famous for its Syrah and Viognier , joins the Fèlsina group, with the aim of relaunching and innovating production, while maintaining the organic certification obtained in 2016.

Pizzolato Winery: Record Results in 2024

  • 10 million bottles sold (8% on 2023)
  • Turnover over 26 million euros
  • Mini 200ml bottles (20% of sparkling wine production)
  • EBITDA at 15% (3%) Success is driven by innovation and the growth of the Ready-To-Drink trend.

Cantina di Venosa renews its Board of Directors with more female presence

The Lucanian cooperative company, with 350 wine-growing members and 800 hectares of vineyards , has added Donata Girardi and Liliana Sileo to its board, consolidating the role of women in the world of wine.

Trends and changes in the world of wine

Amarone changes face: from meditation wine to protagonist on the table

Amarone della Valpolicella is becoming more and more versatile and gastronomic , focusing on the balance between terroir and method. The recognition of the appassimento as a UNESCO heritage is being studied.

Torcolato lands in mixology

The secret of Torcolato DOC Breganze ? High acidity which makes it perfect for new pairings and cocktails, according to the Consorzio Doc Breganze .

Wine Tourism to Reach $330 Million by 2034

According to Future Market Insights , the wine tourism sector will grow by 13.2% annually , thanks to the demand for authentic and sustainable experiences.

Big names, iconic wines and corporate successes

The Aglianico del Vulture that marks a turning point

The historic Paternoster winery, now part of the Tommasi group, continues the tradition of excellence under the supervision of the oenologist Fabio Mecca , great-grandson of the founder.

Grignolino Monferace: the aged Piedmontese red that amazes

Grignolino Riserva Monferace confirms its affinity with Barolo , thanks to 40 months of refinement in barrels and bottles .

“Eremo Nero” by Mario Ercolino among the most precious wines in the world

The Nativ Eremo Nero 2019 (Irpinia Campi Taurasini) imposes itself on the market with a value of over 1,100 euros per bottle , thanks to its complexity and the volcanic terroir of Paternopoli.

Agriculture and sustainability

CAP 2025: new simplifications on crop rotation

From 2025, farms will be able to diversify without having completed the rotation in 2024, as required by the Good Agricultural and Environmental Condition 7 . An important novelty for farmers.

Puglia, queen of extra virgin olive oil

With 50% of national production , the region confirms its leadership in the sector, despite the threats of Xylella.

Pairings, curiosities and wine culture

Two glasses of wine per meal do not exceed the limit of the Highway Code

A test by Quattroruote shows that those who drink two glasses of wine, prosecco or beer with a meal remain below the 0.50 g/l blood alcohol level threshold, avoiding driving penalties.

Joe Bastianich: Restaurants, Winery and Podcast

The Italian-American entrepreneur reveals the secrets of his success:

  • Over 20 restaurants in New York, Singapore and Mexico
  • Eataly Importer in the USA
  • The "Million$" podcast about restaurants and wine

BuyWine Toscana and PrimAnteprima: Tuscan wine relaunches itself in the world

Tuscan DOP wine records a 10% in value and 4.8% in volume in 2024. The February events in Lucca and Florence will be crucial for exports.

Wine, Millennials and New Generations

Wine changes target:

  • Senior: Amarone
  • Millennials: Recioto
  • Young: Valpolicella The trend favors fresher and less structured wines.

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