Wine Idea's wine news for October 17, 2024!

1. Vecchie Terre di Montefili: The soul of Chianti Classico through the study of the soils

The Vecchie Terre di Montefili company, a pioneer of biodiversity, continues to demonstrate that the quality of wine comes from a deep connection with the terroir. Located in the heart of Chianti Classico, Montefili has always been a point of reference in agronomic innovation, carefully studying the soils to best enhance the Sangiovese.

2. First edition of Coppa Casoni: mixology and creativity

Casoni Fabbricazione Liquori celebrates 210 years with the Coppa Casoni , a mixology competition that will bring together 12 selected bartenders from Rome, Bari, Messina and Milan. The aim is to celebrate the art of mixology and authentic Italian flavors with creative cocktails, in collaboration with BarTales .

3. Vinitaly and Gambero Rosso fly to Chicago to promote Italian wine

From October 20 to 21, Chicago will host Vinitaly USA , a b2b event featuring Gambero Rosso and Ice to promote Italian wine. Tastings and masterclasses with companies awarded by the Guida Vini d'Italia 2025 will be at the heart of this initiative aimed at strengthening the link between Italian viticulture and the US market.

4. Michele Antonio Fino responds to Bruno Vespa: "Wine is bad for you"

In response to Bruno Vespa's recent statements on the alleged benefits of wine, Michele Antonio Fino expressed a critical opinion, stating that wine, due to its alcohol content, cannot be considered a healthy food and that studies on the subject do not recommend starting to drink.

5. La Source wins the 2024 Italy Quality Award with the Valle d'Aosta Chardonnay

The La Source winery in Saint-Pierre won the 2024 Italian Quality Award with its Valle d'Aosta Chardonnay 2022. The national competition awarded the Aosta Valley wine, ex aequo with the Furore Bianco Fiorduva from the Marisa Cuomo winery, underlining the excellence of regional production.

6. Harvest 2024, lights and shadows in Puglia

Benny Porcelli, a young farmer from Puglia, tells of a complex season with a drop in yields of up to 50%, despite the commercial quality and high demand for his grapes remaining high.

7. La Grande Dame Rosé 2015: The perfect dinner rosé for the next 15 years

Veuve Clicquot celebrates Grande Dame Rosé 2015, a rosé that embodies the energy and revolutionary vision of Madame Clicquot. The Cellar Master, Didier Mariotti, describes this wine as the perfect expression of Pinot Noir and the elegance of this historic house.

8. Bordeaux in crisis: rising insolvencies among winemakers

Gironde continues to suffer from a serious economic crisis, with an 81% increase in insolvencies among winemakers compared to 2023. Many small producers are in difficulty, while they await support measures to alleviate the situation.

9. France cuts 2024 harvest estimates

France has revised its 2024 grape harvest forecast downwards, with a 4.6% drop due to rain, hail and mold. The regions of Burgundy, Champagne and Languedoc-Roussillon are among the hardest hit, with production down by up to 35%.

10. Dealcoholized wine: towards approval in Italy

The Council of Ministers is considering a decree that will allow the production of alcohol-free wine in Italy. Among the first to explore this frontier is Varvaglione, which sees a new market opportunity in dealcoholized wine.

11. Canada: Green light for sale of fortified wines in Ontario convenience stores

The Ontario government has authorized convenience stores to sell fortified wines, such as Port and Sherry, as long as they have an alcohol content of 18% or less. This decision expands the options for selling alcoholic beverages in the province.

12. Italian wine protagonist in the United States

Between the “New York Wine Experience” (17-19 October) and Vinitaly USA in Chicago, Italian wine will be at the centre of numerous events in the United States, consolidating its leading position in the American market, where it represents 34% of imported bottles.

13. Italian wine-growing lands increasingly valuable

According to a Crea report, Italian vineyard lands are becoming increasingly sought-after, with prices reaching up to 2.5 million euros per hectare in areas producing fine wines, such as the DOP and DOCG zones.

14. Marsala Heritage Riserva Vergine 1980 gets 100/100 points

Cantine Intorcia is celebrating a historic success: their Marsala Heritage Riserva Vergine 1980 received a perfect score of 100/100 from Wine Enthusiast, the first Italian fortified wine to achieve this recognition.

15. Aglianico, an elixir of health?

According to a recent study, Taurisol , a substance extracted from the pomace of Aglianico grapes, could offer health benefits, particularly for those suffering from peripheral arterial disease, a complication related to diabetes.

16. Cleto Chiarli: a success among foreign visitors

The Cleto Chiarli winery has received important recognition for its Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro Vigneto Cialdini 2023, which received the Tre Bicchieri from Gambero Rosso. The winery continues to be an attraction for international visitors.

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