Wine Idea's wine news for November 1, 2024!

1. The 8 best wines of Montefalco (not only Sagrantino) chosen by Gambero Rosso

Montefalco, located south of Perugia, has become the winemaking locomotive of Umbria, no longer limited to just Sagrantino. Recently, Gambero Rosso has selected eight excellent wines from the area, which also includes Montefalco Rosso, increasingly appreciated for its quality.

2. “Our harvest with obstacles between bad weather and wild animals”

Producers in Gattinara and Moncrivello report a reduction in the quantity of wine produced, which has dropped by up to 50% due to adverse weather conditions and damage caused by wildlife, although the quality remains good.

3. Moncaro Crash: Even the Participated Cooperatives Are Out

The Moncaro crisis also involves cooperatives such as Moderna, with 40 employees already affected. Moncaro, active in several wineries, is facing a liquidation process that also extends to its holdings.

4. Winetourism Marketplace Italy: the National Exhibition in Riva del Garda

The FINE WineTourism Marketplace Italy, the first trade fair dedicated exclusively to wine tourism, will be held on 28 and 29 October 2025 at the Riva del Garda Congress Centre, with an area dedicated to B2B meetings and an exhibition area to promote wineries.

5. The best Italian sparkling wine is Sicilian

Riserva V38AG Brut from G. Milazzo winery won the prestigious Best Italian Sparkling Wine trophy at the 2024 Champagne & Sparkling Wine Championship in London, demonstrating the excellence of Sicilian production.

6. Terre d'Oltrepò becomes a SpA

Starting November 19, Terre d'Oltrepò, a giant of Lombardy viticulture, will transform into a joint-stock company, representing an organizational and strategic evolution for the future of the company.

7. Pinot Grigio delle Venezie with less alcohol and calories coming soon

The Pinot Grigio delle Venezie consortium is working on a new version of the wine with less alcohol and calories, expected to hit the market in a year or two.

8. Cantina Milazzo awarded for the best sparkling wine

The excellence of Cantina Milazzo was confirmed, having received the Best Italian Sparkling Wine trophy for the Riserva V38AG Brut.

9. Novello, time to toast: 325 thousand bottles ready

With a production of 325,200 bottles, six Trentino wineries offer the Novello 2024, a wine capable of expressing quality, if produced with Teroldego grapes.

10. Raid at the Bottega cellar

The Bottega company suffered a theft, with thieves attempting to force open the safe. The alert was raised and investigations are underway by law enforcement.

11. Checks in wineries: a cellar closed

The NAS Carabinieri found precarious hygienic conditions in some Sicilian cellars, leading to the seizure of approximately 190 thousand bottles of wine.

12. Two wines from the Brindisi winery Otri del Salento in the Ais Italia guide

The Armonia and Oltre wines from the Otri del Salento company have been included in the "Vitae" 2025 guide by Ais Italia, with Armonia awarded with three vines.

13. Italian Wine in the USA: Future Prospects

Importers and distributors reflect on the opportunities and challenges of the American market, fundamental for Italian wine, with growth forecasts for 2025.

14. Uiv: dealcoholized must be called “wine”

The Italian Wine Union is calling for dealcoholized wines to be labeled as "wine," in line with European regulations.

15. “Enough with the counterfeits that damage Piedmontese wine”

Coldiretti discussed fake sparkling wines and counterfeit products that damage Piedmontese wine, highlighting the need for greater protection.

16. Minister Lollobrigida opens up to the production of dealcoholates

The Minister of Agriculture has confirmed that the production of dealcoholized wines will proceed in Italy, but expressed the desire not to label them as wine.

17. Piero Antinori: The Renaissance of Italian Wine

Antinori shared the history of his company, highlighting the fundamental role of Tignanello in the success of Italian wine over the last fifty years.

18. Amaro del Ciclista: the end of the meal for two-wheel lovers

Amaro del Ciclista, with 20 botanicals, is the ideal liqueur to celebrate a finish line, perfect on its own or in cocktails.

19. The Reds of the Euganean Hills: event in Milan

On November 25, at The Westin Palace Hotel in Milan, an event dedicated to the wines of the Euganean Hills will be held, with tastings and insights by experts.

20. Castelli Romani: awards and opportunities

The wineries of Castelli Romani have been named Città del Vino 2025, with a focus on sustainability and the enhancement of the territory.

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