Wine Idea's wine news for October 19, 2024!

1. Fairer harvest in Langa and Roero: social commitment

Two wineries in S. Stefano Roero and Canale have hired three young migrants from Guinea and Burkina Faso, Diabate, Bully and Oumarou. An important step towards a more inclusive and responsible harvest.

2. Davide Rampello talks about the natural wines of Gargano

In the Gargano National Park, Valentina, an organic winemaker, produces natural wines using spontaneous fermentations and without chemical additives. Her vineyards, cultivated mainly with native varieties such as Bombino and Nero di Troia, represent a virtuous example of sustainability.

3. Top wines at affordable prices: the Slow Wine selection

Slow Wine presents the ten best wines with prices between 11 and 42 euros. Among the most popular: the Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Casanova by Barone Cornacchia at 13 euros and the Barbaresco Basarin 2021 by Adriano Marco e Vittorio at 31 euros. Excellent choices for those looking for high quality at affordable prices.

4. Too many wine events? Reflections on promotion and effectiveness

With the increase in wine events, the risk of product overexposure and audience cannibalization increases. Companies are called upon to think about the costs and effectiveness of these events to avoid wasted resources and overlaps.

5. Cavit: from Trentino, the right cuvée to relaunch consumption

Enrico Zanoni, general manager of Cavit , highlights how the Trentino company, with a predominant production of white and sparkling wines, is well positioned to cope with the decline in consumption of structured reds. Among its strengths, the sparkling wine sector and the historic production of Muller Thurgau.

6. Grand finale for the European City of Wine 2024: Alto Piemonte and Gran Monferrato protagonists

The closing ceremony of the European City of Wine 2024 event will be held from 25 to 27 October in Alto Piemonte – Gran Monferrato. An event that has promoted the wine-growing area and that will continue with initiatives until the end of the year.

7. Vinitaly USA: united to promote Italian wine in Chicago

Italian institutions, associations and companies are participating in the first edition of Vinitaly USA , on October 20 and 21 in Chicago. The b2b event aims to promote Italian wine in the US market, encouraging matching between supply and demand.

8. Decree on dealcoholized wine: a “mockery” for Italian producers?

The draft excise decree, which could open the production of dealcoholized wine in Italy, is raising concerns among producers. The regulation includes a complex system of authorizations and excise duties, adding bureaucratic hurdles for winemakers.

9. Coldiretti and Filiera Italia protagonists at Vinitaly USA

On October 20, Coldiretti and Filiera Italia will present the excellence of Italian wine at Vinitaly USA , in Chicago. An event dedicated to the biodiversity and sustainability of Italian wine, with tastings and insights.

10. Italian wine surpasses French wine in the United States

For the first time, Italian sparkling wines have surpassed French ones in the USA not only in volume, but also in value. According to the Uiv-Vinitaly Observatory, Italy has reached 35% of the market share, against 31% of France.

11. Change of ownership for the historic Pala winery: Tolaini enters

The historic Pala di Serdiana winery has been sold to the Tolaini company of Castelnuovo Berardenga. The agreement also includes the sale of Mora & Memo , launched by Elisabetta Pala in 2011. An operation that strengthens the international presence of Sardinian wine.

12. VinArt: painting with wine at the Vivera winery on Etna

On November 9th, the Vivera winery in Linguaglossa will host VinArt , a unique experience where you can paint with wine transformed into pigments. An event that combines art, wine and the beauty of the Etna landscape.

13. Cantina Pighin: a masterpiece of modern architecture in Friuli

The Pighin Winery , designed by architect Gino Valle, is an example of modern winemaking architecture. Built in 1967, the structure fits harmoniously into the agricultural landscape of Friuli, becoming a point of reference for the region.

14. Autumn events in mountain cellars

In Alto Adige, until November, there are numerous opportunities to visit wineries and taste local wines. Among the events, Melodie di vini from October 18 to November 2, with concerts and tastings in the castles of the Strada del Vino.

15. “Castagne in Cantina” in Clavesana: the autumn event with roasted chestnuts and sparkling wine

On October 20, Cantina di Clavesana is organizing “Castagne in Cantina,” an event dedicated to roasted chestnuts and wine. During the event, a new sparkling wine will be presented, accompanied by free tastings at the winery’s point of sale.

16. Heavy rain hits the grape harvest: damage in Tuscany

Due to the violent storm that hit Siena and the surrounding areas, the final part of the harvest was compromised. The president of CIA Siena, Federico Taddei, reports damage to the grapes and delays in the harvest, with negative effects on the quality of the crop.

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