Regulations and Policies

The Regulations and Policies category on winemag.it explores laws, regulations, and institutional decisions that influence the wine sector. From agricultural policies to European provisions, from labeling and production regulations to measures supporting the supply chain, this section offers a clear and up-to-date overview for producers, operators, and readers interested in the legislative aspects of the industry.

New law against food fraud, Città del Vino: "Greater protection for the wine sector" Fake Zibibbo di Pantelleria international fraud uncovered

New law against food fraud, Città del Vino: “Greater protection for the wine sector”

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The National Association Città del Vino welcomes the publication of the Informative Circular relating to Law No. 75 of April 21, 2026 on the protection of agri-food heritage. The circular was published on May 14 and introduces operational changes for the wine sector. Particularly regarding the fight against counterfeiting and misleading communications. Commenting on the […]

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Valpolicella la “messa a riposo delle uve” candidata a patrimonio culturale Unesco

Valpolicella: the “messa a riposo delle uve” nominated for UNESCO cultural heritage status

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The Italian National Commission for UNESCO, following a proposal from the Ministry of Culture, has decided to submit the candidacy of the Valpolicella “messa a riposo delle uve” practice as intangible cultural heritage. The motivation focuses on “winemaking wisdom as cultural heritage,” recognizing the withering ritual as an element that binds community, landscape, and production

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Accordo Ue-India: meno dazi e nuove prospettive per il food & beverage italiano Wine Monitor Nomisma: l’export si salva solo grazie alle scorte pre-dazi USA Edoardo Freddi «Dazi Usa 15% Serve piano export vino italiano»

EU-India Agreement: Lower Tariffs and New Prospects for Italian Food & Beverage

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It took the tariffs imposed by the United States during the Trump presidency to unlock two trade negotiations launched over twenty years ago: the one between the European Union and Mercosur, currently temporarily frozen, and the one between the EU and India. Two key steps in a historical phase marked by new political and commercial

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Etichetta parlante del Made in Italy presentata alla Camera

Made in Italy ‘Talking Label’ presented at the Chamber of Deputies

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The press conference presenting the Made in Italy ‘Talking Label’, an initiative promoted by Hon. Giandonato La Salandra, was held on Wednesday, January 29, in the Press Room of the Chamber of Deputies. At the heart of the institutional debate was the need to ensure that product traceability is no longer just a technical element

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Accordo Ue-Mercosur, sì del Coreper. Federvini «Opportunità strategica»

EU-Mercosur Agreement, Coreper gives the green light. Federvini: “A strategic opportunity”

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The European Union’s Committee of Permanent Representatives (Coreper) has issued a favorable opinion on the adoption of the bilateral safeguard regulation and the continuation of the process leading to the approval of the trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. The vote represents a key step toward the formal signing of the deal, expected

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Vino dealcolizzato, vino parzialmente dealcolizzato, vino a contenuto alcolico ridotto chiarimenti ue ceev etichettatura denominazioni etichetta vini dealcolati

Dealcoholized and low-alcohol wines: use of designations clarified

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Dealcoholized wine, partially dealcoholized wine, alcohol-reduced wine. The European Commission has provided a formal clarification on the labeling and presentation of alcohol-free and low-alcohol wines. This clarification is particularly important for partially dealcoholized wines with a final alcoholic strength between 6% and 9% ABV. The clarification was sent by the Directorate-General for Agriculture and Rural

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Siena, presentato Action Plan europeo 2027 per le Indicazioni Geografiche

Siena, European Action Plan 2027 for Geographical Indications presented

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The VII European Food Quality Forum was held in Siena, organized by the Qualivita Foundation with OriGIn, OriGIn Europa, Origin Italia, OriGIn France, Origen España and Qualifica-OriGIn Portugal. The meeting was attended by European Commissioner for Agriculture Christophe Hansen and the Ministers of Agriculture of Italy, France and Spain: Francesco Lollobrigida, Annie Genevard and Luis

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The historic turning point for Romagna Sangiovese at Vini ad Arte 2025

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The Romagna wine region is preparing to celebrate a decisive milestone. From September 21 to 24, Faenza and the surrounding area will host Vini ad Arte 2025, marking the twentieth anniversary of the Consorzio Vini di Romagna‘s institutional event. An anniversary that coincides with a symbolic transition: Romagna Sangiovese presents itself with new ambitions, backed

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Wine and transparency survey: consumers want to know what they are drinking

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Wine consumers want to know what they are drinking. And they would appreciate greater transparency, especially regarding “wine ingredients.” This is what emerges from the survey conducted by Federmosti in collaboration with Winemag.it and its readers. The results reveal an increasingly strong demand for clarity on wine labels. Since December 2023, thanks to the new

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Zonazione viticola in Alta Campania al via i lavori

Viticultural zoning in Alta Campania: work begins

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The project kicks off with the Federico II University and the Strada del Vino del Casavecchia di Pontelatone e dell’Alta Campania. The first stages of the research, which aims to enhance the potential of the area’s viticulture, will take place at the Eremo di San Vitaliano. Focus on sustainability, territorial identity, and production quality. Universities,

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