Wine Idea's wine news for January 27, 2025!

Export and Market Trends

• The most exported Italian wine in the world is Prosecco According to the Ismea 2024 report, Italy confirms its position as the world leader in wine exports, surpassing Spain in volume. Prosecco is the best-selling wine, contributing to the growth of the sector despite global economic uncertainties.
• Edoardo Freddi International closes 2024 with growth: 8.2% turnover The Italian export management company in the wine sector has exceeded 112 million euros in turnover, with over 30 million bottles distributed in 110 markets.
• Franciacorta: the hopes of the “king of bubbles” against US duties Silvano Brescianini , president of the Franciacorta Consortium , expresses concern about possible American duties on European wines, even if importers have not yet built up excessive stocks.

Great Italian Wines and Rankings

• In Agro Pontino the best red wine in Lazio under 20 euros The Giangirolami winery stands out with a quality red wine, born from certified organic farming since 1993.
• The Guardian's best red wines : among the top, an Italian label David Williams has selected three “best buy” wines, including an Italian label that represents the best of the country's winemaking tradition.
• Cantina Terre del Barolo closes 2024 with a turnover of 20 million The Castiglione Falletto company confirms its solidity, recording a net profit of 2.3 million euros, with constant growth in foreign markets.

Wine Culture and Traditions

• Oslavia: between the Great War and the winemaking rebirth The village of Oslavia , a panoramic point of the Collio, tells its story between war, borders and the rebirth of viticulture.
• Who was Oreste Brezza, pioneer of Langhe wine The world of wine mourns Oreste Brezza , a key figure in Piedmontese viticulture and Barolo catering.
• Past, present and future of wine in the Campi Flegrei A journey into the winemaking history of the Campi Flegrei , an area with strong historical and geological value, with native vines that have stood the test of time.

Events and Awards

• Grandi Langhe 2025: today wine meets the world Today and tomorrow, Turin hosts Grandi Langhe , with 500 producers and a focus on Barolo and Barbaresco , strengthening the centrality of Piedmont in the international wine scene.
• From Alto Adige to the world: Helmuth Köcher talks about the success of the Merano WineFestival The president of the Merano WineFestival talks about the international expansion of the event and the importance of wine for the valorization of the territory.
• Wine & Siena 2025: the race of wine SMEs towards sustainability A report highlights how small wineries are investing in renewable energy to reduce water and electricity consumption.

Sustainability and Innovation

• Cantine di Verona launches the “Coltivare Salute” project The initiative aims to improve the cardiovascular health of employees through medical screenings and raising awareness of cardiovascular risks.
• Routes suitable for everyone in Franciacorta among breathtaking views Four tourist itineraries in Franciacorta to explore the wine landscape, between history, culture and outdoor sports.
• Showcase cellars in the Langhe: between wine and design Piedmontese cellars are not only places of production, but also unique architectural symbols, between innovation and tradition.

Food and Wine at the Table

• Lucrezia's Jewels: When Oysters Meet Wine A refined recipe that pairs oysters , vermouth and sparkling wine , enhancing flavours and textures with a touch of elegance.
• Signum: the family that transforms the island of Salina into a gourmet hub The Signum hotel, starred restaurant and winery represent food and wine excellence in the Aeolian Islands, between tradition and innovation.
• Vigne Surrau: Thursday in the cellar with tastings in Costa Smeralda A regular event for wine lovers in Sardinia: elegant dinners, brunches and gourmet aperitifs immersed in the vineyards.

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