Wine Idea's wine news for November 23, 2024!

1. FIVI Wine Market in Bologna

The thirteenth edition of the Independent Winegrowers' Wine Market opens tomorrow at BolognaFiere. With over 1,000 winemakers (23 compared to 2023), two foreign delegations and 32 olive growers, the fair will occupy 30,000 square meters in pavilions 28, 29, 30 and 36. Alice Giuliani of BolognaFiere toasts this great event that celebrates small producers and the direct supply chain from the vineyard to the bottle. Stefano Pizzamiglio, FIVI national councilor, underlines the importance of direct dialogue between producers and consumers.

2. Changes in consumption: Generation Z and wine

The third World Women in Wine Forum highlights new trends: decreasing wine consumption among young people, greater interest in organic and non-alcoholic products, and a focus on eco-friendly packaging. Daniela Mastroberardino, president of the organizing association, stressed the importance of developing new languages to attract Gen Z.

3. A life change inspired by wine

The story of Sierra Newell, a 28-year-old American who left a well-paid career in the US to move to Austria and dedicate herself to grape harvesting. An example of how wine can become a symbol of a return to nature and a more authentic life.

4. Wine and the Highway Code: clarifications on the new rules

With the reform of the Highway Code, restrictions on the blood alcohol level allowed while driving are increasing. Roberto Burioni explains the new rules, clarifying how much wine can be drunk without exceeding the legal limit.

5. White wines from Central Italy

A tribute to the first Italian DOCs: Est! Est!! Est!!! di Montefiascone, Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Ischia and Frascati. These white wines represent a legacy of quality and tradition that continues to conquer the market.

6. Italian sparkling wines: export trends

The data speaks for itself: in the first eight months of 2024, exports of Italian sparkling wines reached 1.47 billion euros (28% of total exports). Bubbles such as Prosecco and Franciacorta continue to drive the sector, also thanks to their use in mixology.

7. Méo-Camuzet: a horizontal between Premier and Grand Cru

An exclusive tasting of Méo-Camuzet's 2021 wines delighted attendees in Rome. Five Premier and Grand Cru labels were present, narrated by Tristan Méo. An event celebrating the tradition of Burgundy.

8. Bolgheri: two sisters and a passion for wine

Martina and Lisa have relaunched the family business in Bolgheri, combining peasant tradition and craftsmanship in the vineyard. A story of returning to the roots and passion for the land.

9. EU wine policies: explants and dealcoholized wines

The EU Commission discusses the future of wine: between proposals for uprooting and incentives for dealcoholized products, the central role of the wine sector for the European trade balance emerges. Exports compensate for the decline in domestic consumption.

10. Taste journeys with Roberto Sarotto

With 95 hectares in Southern Piedmont, Roberto Sarotto is a point of reference for Barolo, Barbaresco, Moscato d'Asti and other great wines. The company stands out for innovation and exclusive techniques such as cold drying.

11. What future for wine?

The conference in Milan analyzed the new Italian consumers: sales of wines and sparkling wines are decreasing, while non-alcoholic beverages are increasing. Strategies are being studied to keep the sector relevant in a changing landscape.

12. Relaunch of Novello wine

Angelo Radica, president of Città del Vino, proposes the relaunch of Novello wine, suitable for conscious consumption and particularly appreciated by young people and women.

13. Italian Sparkling Wines in the USA: 56% in September

Exports of Italian sparkling wines, especially Prosecco, are growing 56% to the US in September 2024. However, still wines are struggling to maintain the same momentum.

14. Harvest 2024: European estimates

Copa-Cogeca forecasts 144 million hectolitres of wine and must, down 3% compared to 2023. Italy, with an estimated production of 41 million hectolitres, confirms its position as the European leader.

15. Vinetia 2025: guide to Venetian wines

The new edition of the AIS Veneto guide rewards regional excellence, assigning awards such as the Fero Prize to Torcolato Breganze Doc 2020 and Recioto di Soave Docg 2022.

16. The Cusumano Case: A Lucky Mistake

1100 bottles of Brut 700 forgotten for five years in the cellar are transformed into an exclusive “Lost Edition”. Cusumano shows how a mistake can become an opportunity.

17. Cantina Sociale di Puianello: history and tradition

The Cantina Sociale di Puianello, with almost a century of history, continues to excel in the production of Lambrusco and Spergola, exported throughout the world.

18. Varvaglione 1921: the Primitivo of Manduria

The Apulian winery Varvaglione 1921 represents the excellence of Primitivo di Manduria with a family management that combines tradition and innovation.

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