Market, trends and regulations
Prosecco DOC: 6,000 new hectares of vineyards on the way
The Consortium for the Protection of Prosecco DOC has announced a project to expand by 6,000 hectares , but only for producers with SQNPI or organic certification . Objective : to respond to growing market demand while ensuring the sustainability of cultivation.
New alarmist labels and taxes on wine: EU Commission worries producers
The EU Commission's Beating Cancer Plan threatens the wine sector again with new proposals for: Labels with health warnings , similar to those on cigarette packets Increased taxes on alcohol Restrictions on advertising and cross-border sales
According to Coldiretti , if approved, the plan could put at risk 14 billion euros in turnover and over 1.3 million jobs .
UIV: "Europe Doesn't Want Us to Drink and Sell Wine"
The Italian Wine Union (UIV) denounces a new anti-wine “crusade” by the EU, with regulations that would penalize responsible consumption. The vice president of the Senate Gian Marco Centinaio opposes: "Ready to fight against decisions without scientific basis" .
Rankings and Awards
Pergole Torte grows 4.65% on the auction market
The famous SuperTuscan Pergole Torte (pure Sangiovese), born as a protest against the Chianti regulations, recorded a 4.65% increase in prices .
Inama elected best winery in Veneto by Giornale di Vicenza
The “Mangiare e Bere Bene” guide rewards Stefano Inama ’s company, a pioneer of production on the Berici Hills . Specialties: Soave and top-quality Bordeaux reds .
Drusian presents the new Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore Rive di Bigolino Brut 2023
Characteristics:
Part of the "Le Rive, La Nostra Fierezza" collection, this wine best expresses the terroir of the UNESCO heritage hills .
WineCup 2025: the best Chianti Classico Gran Selezione awarded
The RossoRubino WineCup competition has crowned six of the best wineries in Chianti Classico. The jury is composed of Monia Matteucci, Michele Nasoni and Adriano Guerri .
Market and Investments
Wine Auctions: Finarte Sets All-Time Record in January
Finarte auction house closed January with a takings of over 500,000 euros , beating all previous records. Most expensive lot : Screaming Eagle 1992 Magnum – sold for 43,200 euros .
BuyWine Toscana: Growing Confidence Among Producers and Buyers
The 15th edition of BuyWine Toscana recorded over 4,000 B2B meetings between 210 producers and 164 international buyers . 90% of operators confident of closing deals in the coming months. 50 denominations represented for a total of 1,400 labels for tasting .
Trends and new productions
Vermouth is back in fashion: 24.7% for the IGP Torino
Data 2024
Reasons for success Perfect both on its own and when mixed Increasingly in demand in high-end cocktail bars Average price: 25.2 euros per bottle
Tenuta Liliana: from Xylella to rebirth
After the destruction of the olive trees in Puglia due to Xylella , Antonio Intiglietta has converted his estate in Parabita (LE) to viticulture. Objective: to create an excellent Apulian wine .
Municipality of Rio: Project for the recovery of agricultural land
Mayor Marco Corsini has approved the "AgRio Food Policy" plan, focusing on sustainable agriculture to reduce dependence on tourism.
Culture and wine tourism
Museum of Taste for Sangiovese in Romagna
The first museum dedicated to Sangiovese in Romagna is about to open, with a historical and educational exhibition on wine production.
Slow Wine Fair: Over 150 International Wineries
From February 23rd Masterclass on old vines , with the presence of Sarah Abbott (Swirl Wine Group) .
Borgoluce Winery: a model of sustainability
1,200 hectares of property , between Conegliano and Valdobbiadene Zero-mile production, with wines, buffalo cheeses, cured meats and olive oil Circular economy and attention to environmental sustainability
Controversies and current events
The right price for a wine? Never under 8 euros
According to experts , below this threshold it is difficult to guarantee an acceptable quality , excluding: Special offers Wines without designation of origin
Crisis at the Canneto Social Cellar: Farmers Waiting for Refunds
The trial for alleged fraud at the Cantina Sociale di Canneto (Pavia) involves 22 defendants , including managers and mediators. 150 winemakers still waiting for payments for the harvests delivered.
Events not to be missed
ONAV Webinar – February 11: "The new highway code and wine"
Objective : to clarify the relationship between safe driving and responsible wine consumption .
Presentation of the guide "Bollicine del Mondo" - February 22nd at Identità Milano
Focus on the best international sparkling wine labels .
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