Wine Idea's wine news for January 24, 2025!

Tastings and Rankings

• The 10 best Cannonau of Sardinia under 20 euros Gambero Rosso selects the best cheap Cannonau labels, celebrating one of the symbolic wines of Sardinia. A journey into the history of this native vine, which recent studies indicate has been present on the island since 1200 BC
• The best Negroamaro under 20 euros of 2025 Terre di Sava conquers the scene with a quality Negroamaro, produced in the heart of Salento. The wine, fruit of Apulian bush vines, represents a perfect combination of tradition and innovation.

Fraud and Security in the Wine Sector

• Financial Police raid: 35,000 liters of counterfeit wine seized The Guardia di Finanza of Caserta discovered an illegal winery, without health authorizations, ready to put on the market wine falsely labeled as IGT.
• Breathalyzer in the cellar: safety and responsible consumption The Tenute del Cerro group introduces breathalyzers in its cellars and agritourisms in Umbria and Tuscany to raise awareness of responsible drinking.
• Alcohol and the Highway Code: wine consumption drops, research on breathalysers booms The toughening of penalties for drunk driving is affecting the wine market, while interest in self-monitoring tools such as portable breathalysers is growing.

Events and Awards

• Grandi Langhe 2025 is approaching : 500 producers in Turin on January 27 and 28 The event dedicated to the great wines of the Langhe, Roero and Piedmont returns with an expanded edition, including 100 wineries from other areas of the region.
• Wine & Siena 2025: the future of wine between sustainability and climate change From January 25 to 27, the event dedicated to Italian wine excellence will address crucial issues such as the ecological transition and the impact of global warming on production.
• The Camigliano Trophy is born : Brunello di Montalcino meets sport The Brunello Crossing , a foot race through the vineyards of Montalcino, will have a new title sponsor: the Camigliano winery, which will reward the winners with its fine wines.
• Le Marche celebrates Rossini in Florence with a special food and wine event Teatro del Sale will host a tribute to the composer from the Marche region, with an evening of music, wine and traditional local flavors.
• Masi Wine Bar Munich awarded "Top Italian Restaurant 2025" by Gambero Rosso For the second consecutive year, the Bavarian restaurant confirms its position as one of the best destinations for lovers of Italian cuisine and wine abroad.

Wine and Culture

• Roberta Ceretto: “Thanks to wine and art I leave a mark on my Langhe” The entrepreneur talks about the fusion between winemaking and contemporary art, which began with the works of David Tremlett and Sol Le Witt at the Cappella del Barolo .
• Interview with Maria Pia Calzone: “Harvest with grandpa and no water at the table” The actress, famous for her role as Donna Imma in Gomorrah , shares her bond with wine and family tradition.

Innovation and Market Trends

• “Enough obsession with premium wines: communication should focus on pleasant consumption” ISMEA’s warning highlights the difficulties of the Italian wine market and the need for a more accessible communication strategy.
• The future of wine in 17 years of data from the Colli Orientali Consortium A historical analysis of climate and production changes in Friuli Venezia Giulia, supported by artificial intelligence for more efficient management of the territory.
• From multinational to winemaker: the dream of the “innovative winery” After a career in London finance, Tiziano Bellini returns to Italy to found a cutting-edge winery in Sabbioni, in the province of Mantua.
• “I’ll bet everything on a forgotten grape variety” – the courageous choice of a young winemaker Tanita Danese of Fongaro Spumanti dedicates herself exclusively to the production of classic method sparkling wines from Durella grapes, challenging the market with a niche proposal.

Vines and Sustainability

• Trebbiano: From Neglected Variety to Climate Change Response The long-overlooked Italian grape variety is experiencing a renaissance thanks to its ability to adapt to higher temperatures.
• Dealcoholized wines: no more taboos, but be careful about labeling Recent Italian legislation allows the production of dealcoholized wines, but imposes restrictions for DOP and IGP. A trend that divides the sector.
• Wine from the cold: Cuvée Frank from Denmark surprises Paris The restaurant Les 110 de Taillevent introduces a Danish wine to its menu, a sign of an evolution on the European wine map.

Stories of Passion and Territory

• “A wonderful Sardinia in a glass of wine” Entrepreneur Lia Tolaini talks about her love for Sardinia, an island that combines history, culture and great wines.
• Love for the land and its scents: the history of Tenute Altavera A young company that focuses on organic viticulture to produce quality Vermentino and Cannonau in the Sardinian hinterland.
• Tradition and innovation: Antonio Molettieri brings Irpinia to Casa Sanremo The Castelfranci winery will be the protagonist of the food and wine event linked to the Sanremo Festival, promoting the wines of its land.
• Cantine Vitevis: Gianfranco Gambesi new general manager The expert manager of the agri-food sector takes the helm of the Veneto wine cooperative with the aim of strengthening its innovation and quality.

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