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

1. "The Most Expensive Italian Wines" 2024 according to Wine Searcher Barbaresco Crichet Paje di Roagna is confirmed as the most expensive Italian wine, with a price of 1,173 dollars (1,053 euros). In second place we find the Barolo Le Rocche di Castiglione Falletto by Bruno Giacosa, at 693 dollars (622 euros). Although Italian wines have not yet reached the figures of the great French ones, something is changing.

2. Harvest 2024: all the uses of grapes After harvesting over a quintal of grapes from the new land of the Bosco di Ogigia, we explore the many uses of this fruit, from juices to cooked must. A video shows all the stages of the harvest.

3. "Canelli city of wine": food and wine, exhibitions and events The event attracts wine tourists from all over the world. Among masterclasses, art and tastings, the protagonist is Moscato Canelli DOCG, which enhances the production territories of Moscato in the municipalities included in the specification.

4. Piedmontese excellence at the G7 Agriculture Until September 29, in Syracuse, the G7 Agriculture is a showcase for Piedmontese excellence, from Langhe wines to Vercelli rice.

5. Palio del vino e dei sapori in Negrar On September 28 and 29, Negrar will host the third edition of the Palio del vino e dei sapori, with products from Valpolicella, volunteering and solidarity. The event celebrates the ancient grape festival.

6. Doc Sicilia: production halved The 2024 harvest in Sicily recorded a 50% drop in production, caused by the dry climate. Despite the difficulties, the quality of the grapes is defined as "excellent".

7. The most consumed wine in Italy: Tavernello Discover how Tavernello was born, a pillar of the Caviro group, a pioneer of brick wine since 1983. With 37,500 hectares of vineyards and 11,000 members, it is the daily wine of millions of Italian families.

8. Monza, capital of wine The "100Vini in Cantina" event brought together 400 industry professionals in the historic Cantina della Monaca, confirming the Meregalli group as a leader in the import-export of wines.

9. Cellars with kitchens: the new food and wine format More and more wineries are offering gastronomic experiences in the cellar, a trend that has grown by 26% in recent years, according to Nomisma.

10. PIWI viticulture: resistance to fungi PIWI vines, resistant to fungi, are a novelty that is still not very widespread in Italy. However, they could revolutionize viticulture in the coming years.

11. Versý: the Tuscan “fruit” wine Versý, an innovative wine produced in Tuscany with a touch of Vermentino, was born from the passion of three brothers who enhance the characteristics of the Cortona area.

12. The young winemakers of Franciacorta In Franciacorta, a new generation of young winemakers is finding their space, carrying forward tradition and innovation in the lands of the great producers.

13. Hello Kitty Wine Banned in UK Hello Kitty-themed wine, produced by an Italian winery, has been banned in the UK. Despite the wine market's difficulties, companies are looking for creative ways to attract new customers.

14. Cantina Terre del Barolo wins the Supercup of pallapugno Paolo Vacchetto's team triumphed in the final of the Supercup of pallapugno, beating Olio Roi Acqua San Bernardo Imperiese with a clear 9-2.

15. Cirò: the symbolic wine of Calabria Cirò represents a unique terroir, exemplifying the French concept, with hills that extend from the sea to the Sila mountains, offering a special wine-growing experience.

16. Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo 2022: Cantina Tollo Cantina Tollo continues to stand out in the Abruzzo panorama, with Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo confirming itself as one of the most representative wines of the region.

17. Art and wine: Le Monde winery partners with “Eroticism in Fashion Photography” Le Monde winery offered its wine during the inauguration of the exhibition “Eroticism in Fashion Photography” in Milan, combining art and winemaking tradition.

18. Paths of Wellbeing and aperitif in the cellar On Saturday 19 October, an excursion through the hills of Breganze will culminate with an aperitif in the cellar, accompanied by a tasting of native wines and cicchetti.

19. New trends in the wine market Red wine consumption in Italy is down 6%, while sparkling wines continue to grow in exports, going from 17% to 25% in ten years.

20. Sicilian wine and climate change The president of the Consorzio Vini Doc Sicilia, Antonio Rallo, underlined the commitment of wine companies in combating the effects of climate change.

21. Piero Antinori at the G7: "Quality is the key" Piero Antinori, one of the most influential names in Italian wine, reiterated at the G7 the importance of quality in facing the crisis, underlining the central role of wine in Made in Italy.

22. Trentodoc Festival: wine and participation The third edition of the Trentodoc Festival concluded successfully, with numerous events and tastings that highlighted the culture of wine and the territory.

23. Culuccia wine conquers the Times Andrea Pala's "Donna Ma'", produced with grapes that rest on the seabed, attracted the attention of the Times, which celebrated the uniqueness of Sardinian wine.

24. Milano Wine Week 2024: the wind of revolution The seventh edition of Milano Wine Week will be held from 5 to 13 October, with a schedule full of innovative events, aimed at both professionals and new consumers.

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