Wine Idea's wine news for September 11, 2024!

Autumn events of the Consorzio di Tutela Caluso DOCG - The Consorzio di Tutela Vini Caluso DOCG, Carema and Canavese DOC announces four events to discover the wines of Canavese, in an autumn full of initiatives for operators and enthusiasts.

Enoverse Fermento Milano - From September 13th, Fermento Milano will be held both in person and in the metaverse, offering a unique experience to explore the world of wine through virtual and real spaces.

Lovely Wines 2024 at Palazzo Brancaccio, Rome - The Agb Selezione open day will be held on Monday 23 September, with tastings of over 300 labels from Italian and European producers in a prestigious atmosphere.

Gavi DOCG increasingly international - With 92% of production exported, Gavi confirms its role as a protagonist on the global market, with particular success in England and the United States.

New vineyards in Tuscany - 639 additional hectares of vineyards authorized, with 352 hectares dedicated to Rosso di Montalcino DOC, defying European rules on uprooting.

Operations against gangmastering - In Forlì-Cesena, three agricultural companies were fined and closed following reports of exploitation of illegal labor.

Production decline in France - The French harvest is below expectations, with production estimated at 39.3 million hectoliters, less than the 40-43 million expected, opening the possibility for Italy to overtake France as the world's leading producer.

Counterfeiting of prestigious wines - Brunello di Montalcino, Chianti and other prestigious wines have been falsely labelled and sold in supermarkets, with the Supreme Court upholding the convictions for counterfeiting.

Flavescence dorée under control - Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco DOCG winemakers report improved management of flavescence dorée, a major threat to northern Italian vineyards.

Wine Summit in Brussels - The first meeting of the High Level Group on the European Wine Sector will be held on 11 September to discuss the economic and future policy challenges of the sector.

Franciacorta in Cantina Festival - From September 13 to 15, the festival will offer guided tours of cellars, castles and monasteries, with tastings and cultural events to discover the bubbles of Franciacorta.

Guided tours of the Caviro Cellars in Forlì - From September 13 to October 4, Caviro will open its doors to visitors to discover the largest winery in Italy through free tours.

Pavese Award 2024 - The Pavese Award ceremony was held in the Duchessa Lia cellars in Santo Stefano Belbo, celebrating leading figures in the Italian cultural scene.

Benvenuto Vermentino a Olbia - From 7 to 13 October, the tenth edition of “Benvenuto Vermentino” will be held in Olbia, with tastings and events dedicated to the symbolic grape variety of Gallura.

Italian wine market in difficulty - The first half of 2024 saw a drop in sales on the domestic market (-3%), while exports recorded a slight growth, particularly in the United States (5.7%).

Vino al Vino in Panzano - From 13 to 15 September, the event will see Chianti Classico producers and wine lovers meet in the square of Panzano for tastings and to discover the territory of the Black Rooster.

Excellent Harvest Season - Coldiretti Macerata predicts a high-quality harvest for 2024, with good prospects for local wineries.

Moderate Wine Consumption and Health - The debate on the benefits of moderate wine consumption continues, with studies highlighting its positive effects on health, if consumed during meals.

Cà del Vént and Franciacorta Wine - Cà del Vént, a small producer in the heart of Franciacorta, stands out for its authenticity, producing artisanal wines in an extraordinary natural setting.

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