Wine Idea's wine news for October 13, 2024!

EU report: 2024 harvest down, but Italy holds firm According to the Report on the short-term outlook for EU agricultural markets, European wine production in 2024 will slightly decline (-1% year-on-year), still remaining 7% below the five-year average. Italy, however, shows better signs than other countries, with discrepancies at regional level.

Thiene: Stefano Nicoli revolutionizes Botanico 87 In Thiene, Stefano Nicoli, a new member of the Botanico 87 team, launches an immersive experience with a new cocktail list that promises a sensory journey around the world. Starting mid-October, ten unique drinks will lead customers to discover new cultures through flavors.

'Giro d'Italia in 100 Vini' stops in Arese From October 18 to 20, "Il Centro" in Arese hosts the second stage of the "Giro d'Italia in 100 Vini", a traveling wine event that celebrates the Italian winemaking tradition. Organized in collaboration with Grandi Vigne, the event allows you to taste wines from small Italian producers with a kit that can be purchased for 5 euros.

Agriculture bonus up to 180,000 euros with the Innovation Fund Ismea, through the Innovation Fund, offers a non-repayable contribution of up to 180,000 euros for agricultural businesses, especially agro-mechanical. This fund covers up to 100% of the costs for innovation, and is valid for the three-year period 2023-2025.

Slow Wine Rewards Tuscan Wines In the Slow Wine Guide 2025, Tuscany stands out with 35 Snails, 19 Bottles and 106 Top Wines. This year, all the reviewed companies do not practice chemical weed control, and Best Buy reports the best wines with an excellent quality-price ratio in their respective categories.

The future of wine in Bologna: international experts meet In Bologna, the future of wine is being discussed with international experts. The declines in consumption and exports are worrying, but there are positive signs: exports, although slowed, are still growing (2.2% in volume in the first months of 2024). The domestic market, however, is recording a slight decline (-1.4% in still wines).

Pfitscher wins Tre Bicchieri with Pinot Noir The Pfitscher winery from Alto Adige has won its first Tre Bicchieri from Gambero Rosso. The Pfitscher family, with roots in the world of wine since the second half of the 19th century, has been able to adapt to climate change, bringing Pinot Noir to a level of absolute excellence.

Gambero Rosso's 2025 Italian Wine Guide: A Snapshot of Italian Wine Gambero Rosso's Italian Wine Guide celebrates 38 years, consolidating its position as a point of reference for the sector. This year, the guide continues to innovate, with translations into several languages and a complete overview of the Italian wine scene.

Cà Rugate: six gold medals at Vins Extrêmes The Veronese winery Cà Rugate triumphed at the Mondial des Vins Extrêmes, receiving six gold medals for its wines, including the Recioto di Soave "La Perlara 2020" and the Amarone della Valpolicella "Punta 470 2020". An extraordinary success for the winery led by Michele Tessari.

China: White wine conquers young people White wine consumption is growing in China, especially among young people. During the summer of 2024, white wine imports increased, while red wine imports decreased. The change signals a transformation in consumption habits in a market traditionally dominated by red.

USA: Italian wine continues to grow Despite economic difficulties, Italian wine remains the absolute leader among wines imported into the United States. In the first half of 2024, wine imports increased by 0.7% in volume, but with a value decrease of 3%. Italy maintains a strong position in an uncertain market.

Rebo on offer at 6.89 euros: winemakers protest The Rebo of Cantina d'Isera, on offer in Trentino supermarkets at 6.89 euros, has raised concerns among the winemakers of the Valle dei Laghi. This native vine, born from the cross between Merlot and Teroldego, deserves greater valorization, considering its limited production.

Aglianico: Wine with Potential Health Benefits A glass of Aglianico, a typical wine from Vulture and Irpinia, may have health benefits, including possible protective effects against diabetes. Without promoting alcohol abuse, it is important to recognize the moderate benefits of this red wine.

Cortona Syrah soars into the world's top 100 The Syrah di Cortona, produced by Stefano Amerighi, has reached third place in the list of the 100 best wines in the world according to critic James Suckling. This extraordinary result highlights the potential of a grape variety that continues to surprise on an international level.

Rome Symposium: Sustainability and the Future of Wine The "Rome - Symposium" by Robert Parker Wine Advocate, on November 7 in Rome, will be an opportunity to discuss sustainability and the future of Italian viticulture. Producers of great Italian wines will discuss issues such as climate change and biodiversity.

Vinitaly.USA: the future of Italian wine in the United States The first edition of Vinitaly.USA, which will be held in Chicago from October 20 to 21, aims to explore the future of Italian wine on the American market. The wine business forum, promoted by ICE, will discuss emerging trends and strategies to best position Italian wines.

Cadgal Winery: a wine to support a healthcare facility in Togo Cadgal Winery presents "Fabè Barbera d'Asti DOCG 2022", a solidarity wine dedicated to the memory of Fabio Costantino. The project supports the construction and operation of a medical center in Togo, an initiative that combines a passion for wine and humanitarian commitment.

Pitigliano: 2024 harvest, lower degrees but excellent quality The 2024 harvest of the Cantina di Pitigliano brought excellent quality grapes, although with a lower alcohol content than in the past. The resulting wines adapt well to new market trends, where consumers seek freshness and drinkability.

Michele Di Ruscio: “A perfect harvest” Michele Di Ruscio, co-owner of Cantina Terre Fageto, declared great satisfaction with the 2024 harvest. With healthy grapes and abundant production, the winery closes the year with significantly better results than the previous year, marked by serious climatic difficulties.

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