Wine Idea's wine news of July 17, 2024!

"Vini in Vigna" event in Valle d'Aosta: On 3 August 2024, Valle d'Aosta will host the fifth edition of "Vini in Vigna". The event will be held at Torrette in Saint-Pierre, with over 150 wines presented by 36 regional producers. It will be a day of tasting and discovering the excellent wines of the Aosta Valley, with special guests the winemakers of Fully, Switzerland.

'Suavignon Blanc 2.0' project in New Zealand: Faced with rising ocean temperatures, the 'Suavignon Blanc 2.0' project aims to create 12,000 new Sauvignon Blanc variants to test resistance to climate change, a crucial move for the future of this vine in New Zealand.

Theft of table grapes in Puglia: The table grape harvest is under threat due to theft in the Puglia countryside. Local farmers, led by Michele Laporta, are calling for immediate action to protect their work and ensure safety.

Lack of transparency on grape varieties in red wine in Italy: An Italian law prevents consumers from knowing the grape varieties used in some wines, sparking frustration among consumers over the lack of transparency.

“Costozza Wine Art” event in Longare: “Costozza Wine Art” will be held in Longare on 19 and 20 July 2024, offering a selection of wines from 11 wineries, alongside local food and art.

Current state of wine supplies in Italy: With 43.5 million hectoliters of wine still in the cellar, Italy prepares for the next harvest, while facing one of the scarcest seasons in recent years.

The success of Valpolicella: The Valpolicella wine consortium revealed a positive evolution of the territory with over 61 million bottles sold in 2023, demonstrating the economic importance of the sector.

Sustainability and certifications in the wine sector: It is time to rethink certifications in the wine sector, seen not only as a guarantee of quality, but also as tools to improve economic value and banking ranking.

Decline in US wine consumption: Italian wine consumption in the US saw a 6% decline in the first five months of 2024, with a significant overstock.

Trends in restaurant wine consumption: The half bottle of wine is gaining popularity in Italian restaurants, highlighting a trend towards more responsible and quality consumption.

Viniculture in Sicily: The Doc Monreale denomination in Sicily produces excellent white and red wines, with a vast extension and several municipalities involved.

Positivity in Italian wine exports: Italian wine exports showed positive signs in the first four months of 2024, with an increase of 7% in value and 5.8% in volume.

World Lambrusco Day 2024 in Matera: World Lambrusco Day will be celebrated in Matera, with masterclasses and tastings to explore the potential of this Italian wine.

Prosecco in miniature formats as an exception to the decline in consumption: The miniature formats of Prosecco are recording notable growth, especially in restaurants, despite the general decline in wine consumption.

Rome Wine Expo: Rome is preparing for the fourth edition of the Rome Wine Expo, an event that promises to be a meeting point for wine enthusiasts, with masterclasses and focus on terroirs. An opportunity for networking, learning and tasting in one of Italy's most iconic cities.

Cantina di Venosa awarded at the national wine competition: The wines of Cantina di Venosa shine at a national level, with the Verbo Rosato Igp 2023 and the Baliaggio Rosato Igp 2023 which obtained the "Golden Rose" and the "Quattro Rose" respectively at the Rosa Rosati Rosé competition.

Wine experiences in South Tyrol: Discover the most beautiful wineries in South Tyrol, where wine, architecture and design come together in a unique experience for the eyes and the palate, underlining the architectural evolution of the regional wine sector.

Debut of "Granit 960" from Cantina Valle Isarco: A new sparkling wine becomes part of Cantina Toso's line of bubbles, the Reserv3 Brut Nature, which represents innovation and contemporary taste in the wine scene.

Intesa Sanpaolo investments in the wine sector: Intesa Sanpaolo has invested over 4 million euros in the ABFV Italia Group (Dievole) for the development of hospitality and wine-growing activities in some of the most prestigious areas of Tuscany.

Music, astronomy and Aglianico del Vulture: The XI edition of Riflessi di Stelle, in Basilicata, combines wine tastings, live music and astronomy, creating a magical atmosphere to explore the wines of Vulture.

The innovation of 'A Cantina a Cariati: An invitation to a sensorial journey with wine, guided by experts in meditative techniques and bioenergetic psychotherapy, for a unique and conscious tasting experience.

Cantina Teo Costa: from Piedmont to the world: Discover how the vineyards of Cantina Teo Costa, in the heart of Piedmont, conquer the world with their beauty and their fine wines.

The success of Antichi Poderi Jerzu in Sardinia: With an approach that enhances the territory and tradition, Antichi Poderi Jerzu stands out for its quality and connection with the local winegrowing families.

Full immersion in Italian wineries: Full immersion winery experiences are becoming increasingly popular, offering an authentic and engaging way to learn about the terroir and local winemaking traditions.

Reflection on the harvest and stocks in Italy: As Italy prepares for the next harvest, ICQRF's "Cantina Italia" shows a reduction in wine stocks, a situation to be monitored in view of future challenges.

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