International – News & Wine brings together news, insights, and analysis from the international wine world. This section follows current events in major producing countries, foreign markets, appellations, producers, and global wine business trends. It also covers agricultural policies, exports, international trade fairs, and the economic dynamics influencing the wine sector outside of Italy.
“We want to produce the best possible Champagne, without any compromise when it comes to sustainability.” With these words Alexis Lyon, global brand manager of Champagne Telmont, summed up the philosophy of the French house, which was a guest last night at Casa Azzoguidi, in Bologna, for the official Italian presentation of Réserve de la […]
The Champagne house that takes “green” (really) seriously Read More »
ProWein Düsseldorf announces a change in leadership. From October 15, 2025, the management of the world’s most important trade fair for wines and spirits will pass to Frank Schindler, 50. Schindler will lead the Düsseldorf team and will be responsible not only for ProWein and the new ProSpirits section, but also for the six international
Frank Schindler appointed as new Director of ProWein Düsseldorf Read More »
Maison Ruinart has announced the appointment of Caroline Fiot as the new chef de caves. She will succeed Frédéric Panaïotis, who had been in the role since 2007 and passed away prematurely this year. The appointment will be effective from January 1, 2026. A Chardonnay expert, Fiot will lead the crafting of the Maison’s cuvées,
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In the heart of the Ribera del Duero of Soria, Dominio D’Echauz safeguards the world’s largest collection of vine biotypes. A true “Noah’s Ark” of viticulture, the result of over twenty years of collection, selection, and recovery carried out by Vitis Navarra. Today, in the 130 hectares of vineyards on the estate, more than 16,000
Dominio D’Echauz: The World’s Largest Collection of Vine Biotypes Read More »
In Burgundy, the 2025 harvest took place over approximately one month, from August 18 for grapes destined for Crémant de Bourgogne until September 20 in the latest areas. Rainfall complicated the choice of harvest dates, influencing the evolution of grape maturity. 2025 VINTAGE IN BURGUNDY: MUST QUALITY Producers report being satisfied with the quality of
2025 Burgundy Harvest: Quality Amid Reduced Quantities Read More »
The new Douro red wine expresses elegance and depth, with a complex aromatic profile and a beautifully balanced palate, reflecting its schist terroir. For the first time, a Portuguese wine is bottled with a closure born from unique technological innovation, combining artificial intelligence and manual selection. A choice that marks a turning point in the
Vinha Do Carril 2023 Niepoort Legacy Cork Supply closure: 97/100 Winemag.it Read More »
The harvest on the Greek volcanic island through the eyes of Domaine Sigalas. A third consecutive decline, but the winery led by Stellios Boutaris is focusing on new plantings, technology, and collaborations to revitalize the vineyards. Climate, the abandonment of traditional practices, and labor costs are threatening the survival of the viticultural system. The 2025
2025 Harvest in Santorini: Production at All-Time Lows Read More »
A harsh outburst from the publisher and founder of the well-known wine competition during the opening speech of the Summer Edition 2025. “It is a hypocritical attitude. I will continue to defend wine for the rest of my life.” Mundus Vini confirms its status as a premier stage for European and international wine, going far
Mundus Vini, Meininger: “Wine under attack by German media” Read More »
In the 12 main international markets, cumulative growth was +1.5% in value and +2.1% in volume The updated snapshot of wine imports in the world’s main markets for the first half of 2025 highlights the absence of a single trend. This is what emerges from the Wine Monitor Report by Nomisma published today. In the
Wine Monitor Nomisma: Exports saved only by pre-US tariff stockpiling Read More »
Historic but suspended decision: tariffs remain until October. Meanwhile, Italian wine exports to the US grow: +16.9% in volume and +14.7% in value in the first quarter of 2025. In April, declining exports signal difficulties at the tariff threshold. The Federal Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the IEEPA does not grant the president the
US Court of Appeals limits Trump’s tariff powers Read More »
