Wine Idea's wine news of August 21, 2024!

Welcome to Wine Idea's wine news for August 21, 2024!

Harvest and National Stock Update While several Italian regions are already in full harvest, the wineries report a stock of 39.6 million hectoliters of wine, reflecting a reduction compared to last year. Veneto confirms itself as the main holder, with a predominance of wines with Protected Designation of Origin.

Amphora and Maceration: Not Just a Trend At the Merano WineFestival and Vinitaly event in Verona, the use of amphora and other traditional techniques was the focus of debates and demonstrations, revealing the complexity and nuances of the macerated wine movement.

Veneto Harvest Forecast A webinar on August 27 will offer updated estimates for the upcoming 2024 harvest, focusing on the weather conditions and phytosanitary challenges that have characterized the year.

Moncaro Navigates the Crisis The Terre Cortesi Moncaro wine cooperative has obtained approval for a preventive settlement, a crucial step to avoid bankruptcy.

Technology and Tradition: Ferrari Trento Starts the Harvest The harvest in the Ferrari Trento vineyards begins with the help of artificial intelligence to optimize the harvesting and selection of the grapes.

Celebrations and Tastings: Night of Wine in Cormòns On August 22nd, the event will feature over a hundred wines on the picturesque terrace of the Osteria La Preda-La Subida.

Uva Italia Igp da Canicattì The table grape season kicks off with the first harvests in the Palma di Montechiaro area, announcing a quality harvest but with reduced volumes.

Spotlight on Bianco Veneto Igt Salarola 2020 This natural and biodynamic wine continues to gain recognition for its freshness and drinkability.

Photovoltaic Initiatives for Farms A focus on the incentives available for the installation of photovoltaic systems in agricultural structures, an increasingly relevant topic for sustainability and energy efficiency.

Wine Reforms in Lazio The regional government of Lazio is moving forward with the project to simplify the Dop and Igp denominations, aiming to relaunch the sector in the region.

Etna Days: A Vortex of Wines and Culture The annual event of the Consortium for the Protection of Etna Doc Wines is preparing to offer three days of tastings and meetings in Castiglione di Sicilia, from 12 to 14 September.

Alba Transforms into Via del Vino On Sundays 22 and 29 September, the historic centre of Alba will host the traditional Festa del Vino, an oenological journey that promises to delight enthusiasts.

The Future of Wine According to Walter Massa In an exclusive interview, the winemaker discusses the future prospects of the sector, with particular attention to Timorasso and emerging trends.

Vinea Maris Innovation Let's explore Vinea Maris' unique concept of wine aging, with methods ranging from marine immersion to underground preservation.

Emirates and the Art of Wine in Flight The airline introduces an intensive wine course for its cabin crew, further elevating the level of service offered.

In Vigna e Oltre Stay with us to discover the news, trends and stories that animate the wine world. And don't forget to mark the dates of the events closest to you!

An Underwater Odyssey in the Gulf of Naples Francesco Lerro has inaugurated an underwater cellar in the Gulf of Naples, where 4,000 bottles of wine have been immersed at a depth of 40 meters. A unique environment for a truly special refinement of wines, oils and vinegars.

The WineHunter Award Celebrates the Wines of Cantina di Venosa Six wines from Cantina di Venosa received prestigious WineHunter Awards at the Merano WineFest, with both Gold and Rosso recognitions for their excellent Aglianico productions.

The Unmistakable Charm of Rosé Wine Luigi Cataldi Madonna and his daughter Giulia explore the history and culture of rosé wine in their new book, “Il vino è rosa,” shedding light on wine’s pink-colored past.

Mango & Wine: Innovation and Tradition in Balestrate From 6 to 8 September, Balestrate will host the Mango&Wine event, an initiative that combines wine tastings with the discovery of mango cultivations, to promote innovation and tradition of the territory.

Theater and Sea Merge in Rodi Garganico On August 26, the Veliero della Verga Nautic Jet will become the stage for the show "Moby", an innovative floating theatrical experience organized by Teatro Cantina di San Severo.

DiVino Etrusco 2024 in Tarquinia From 22 to 31 August, Tarquinia will transform into the beating heart of Etruscan food and wine with DiVino Etrusco, offering tastings of 90 wines from the Etruscan Dodecapoli.

Cantine Aperte during the Harvest In September and October, Italy celebrates the grape harvest with Cantine Aperte, an event that invites wine tourists to discover the secrets of the grape harvest and enjoy the autumn colours.

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