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Il Chianti cambia strategia: via la "Gran Selezione", arriva il Rosé DOCG

Chianti changes strategy: out with “Gran Selezione”, in with Rosé DOCG

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The Chianti Wine Consortium, Tuscany’s largest with approximately 800,000 hectoliters produced, is changing strategy to respond to the difficulties of recent years, marked by falling prices and sales. The new course focuses on rosé, with the introduction of the “Chianti Rosé” category into the production regulations, and definitively abandons the idea of “Gran Selezione“, the […]

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Oltrepò pavese senti Andrea Giorgi «A Terre d Oltrepò mi hanno fatto fuori. Ero scomodo» inchiesta glicerina spumanti eurospin assoluzione ex direttore cooperativa

Oltrepò, hear Andrea Giorgi: “They got rid of me at Terre. I was inconvenient”

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After five years of investigation, hearings, and sensational headlines, the Pavia Court has closed one of the most controversial proceedings in the recent history of Lombard wine. With the verdict filed on October 30, 2025, the judge fully acquitted Andrea Giorgi, Alessio Gaiaschi, and Andrea Rossi “because the act does not constitute a crime.” A

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Cava Meeting 2025 celebra Cava Elaborador Integral, i Récoltant-Manipulant spagnoli modello Champagne metodo classico spagnolo 13 cava virtuosi da assaggiare

Cava Meeting 2025 Celebrates Elaborador Integral, Spain’s Récoltant-Manipulant

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The opening dinner of Cava Meeting 2025 took place yesterday in Sitges, Catalonia, entirely dedicated to the “Elaborador Integral“—Spanish producers who oversee the entire Cava production cycle—from pressing to vinification to bottling—within their own estate. This aspect is indicated by a special mark established by the Consejo Regulador of D.O. Cava, which can be affixed

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Cava Meeting 2025 la tre giorni del metodo classico spagnolo

Cava Meeting 2025: three days of Spanish traditional method

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Cava Meeting 2025 kicks off today: three days of discussion and tastings dedicated to the Spanish traditional method. From November 9 to 11, 2025, the city of Sitges, on the Catalan coast, will host Cava Meeting 2025, the benchmark event for the world of Cava. The event, promoted by the Consejo Regulador del Cava (DO

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Assoenologi analyzes the future of wine between Low and No-Alcohol

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The wine sector is undergoing a transition phase. Consumption is falling, consumer habits are changing, and new generations are looking for different experiences than in the past. These themes were the focus of the technical conference “Wine and consumption, the new instructions for use – Experiments between Low and No-Alcohol“, organized by Assoenologi as part

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Federvini: «Passo avanti della UE per il Pacchetto Vino, semplificazioni e sostegno al settore» Vendite vino Gdo stabili nel primo trimestre 2025 dati nomisma osservatorio federvini

Federvini: “EU takes a step forward for the Wine Package, simplification and support for the sector”

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Federvini expresses satisfaction with the outcome of the vote by the Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development (COMAGRI) of the European Parliament, which approved the amendments to the “Wine Package.” The measure marks a significant step in the revision process of the European regulatory framework dedicated to the wine sector. GREATER FLEXIBILITY AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

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Cantine Pellegrino e Pietro Russo MW collaborazione d'eccellenza

Cantine Pellegrino and Pietro Russo MW: a collaboration of excellence

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Cantine Pellegrino opens a new chapter in its winemaking journey with the collaboration of Pietro Russo, Master of Wine. The goal is to strengthen the winery’s production vision and consolidate its positioning in the Italian and international markets. A leading figure in the contemporary wine landscape, Russo is the first Italian winemaker to earn the

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Santa Maddalena sul mercato italiano storia, prospettive e limiti intervista a Daniele Galler responsabile vendite Cantina Bolzano Kellerei Bozen

Santa Maddalena on the Italian market: history, prospects, and limitations

/ Wine Analysis and Trends, Wine News

There is much talk about Alto Adige wines for their great whites and reds. Somewhat less about the region’s Cinderella: Santa Maddalena wine. A red from Alto Adige that combines elegance, freshness, and versatility. Medium-bodied with a not overly intense color, it stands out for its easy drinkability and aromas of violet, marzipan, rose, and

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Champagne Road to 2050: sustainability and innovation as guiding principles

/ International - News & Wine, Market and Consumption, Sustainability and Innovation, Wine Analysis and Trends

Champagne confirms itself as a global model of excellence in combining tradition, innovation, and environmental responsibility. Innovation that focuses primarily on environmental sustainability. The “Road to 2050” project was presented by Domenico Avolio, Director at Champagne Bureau of CIVC in Italy, during the IULM Alumni Day on October 24 on the occasion of Champagne Day.

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Etna Docg 2026, sprint finale 60 giorni e 100 firme per ok Masaf

Etna DOCG 2026, final sprint: 60 days and 100 signatures for MASAF approval

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“Etna wines could have the new DOCG designation already in the vineyard in 2026. If the Ministry receives the signatures by December, advancing the procedure quickly is a difficult but not impossible goal.” This was stated by Patrizio D’Andrea, Deputy Chief of Staff at MASAF, during the conference “Opportunities and tools for the growth of

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