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EU Parliament backs wine sector support package

February 21, 2026February 21, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The European Parliament has approved a wide-ranging package of measures to support the European wine sector, endorsing an agreement reached with EU governments earlier in December.

Chianti - thousands of 'name abuse' online. Image credit: https://www.instagram.com/p/DQW28fWjaf4/

Consorzio flags over 2,500 online abuses of Chianti name

January 25, 2026January 25, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

More than 2,500 online contents linked to the improper use of the Chianti name have been identified in the past six months, according to a monitoring report commissioned by the Consorzio Vino Chianti.

Harvesting grapes by hand in the autumn on Sicily Fabio Ingrosso, CC BY 2.0 , via Wikimedia Commons

Autumn on Sicily: Flavours and Festivals

October 30, 2025October 30, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Autumn in Sicily is not just a season—it is a celebration of flavour, colour, and ancient tradition. As the air cools and the land turns golden, the island’s markets and villages come alive with festivals dedicated to its most prized ingredients: pistachios from Bronte, capers from the Aeolian Islands, and the golden oils of the […]

Cantine Aperte 2025 is on May 24 and 25 Photo by Regina Tommasi: https://www.pexels.com/photo/vintage-oak-barrel-in-palmanova-italy-30582325/

Cantine Aperte 2025 – Italy’s Premier Wine Tourism Event

May 19, 2025May 19, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s largest wine tourism event, Cantine Aperte, is set to return on Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25, with hundreds of wineries across the country opening their doors to visitors. The 2025 edition will feature a rich array of activities across multiple regions, offering visitors opportunities to explore regional wine culture in unique ways.

US Buyers Defy Tariffs to Attend Vinitaly

April 6, 2025April 6, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The 20% duties on Italian and European wine announced by President Trump have not deterred American buyers from Vinitaly.

Vinitaly USA 2024 launched

October 23, 2023October 23, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The new Vinitaly USA 2024 project has been presented at the International Wine Expo, which is currently taking place in Chicago. Vinitaly is taking part with over 200 companies presenting more than 1,000 brands.

Soave DOC is 55 years old

October 22, 2023October 23, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Soave was at one time the world’s most popular Italian wine. It was officially granted a DOC classification in 1968.

Vinitaly wine tastings. From Vinitaly Instagram

Vinitaly registers 20% increase in foreign buyers

April 5, 2023April 5, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The 55th Vinitaly wine trade show closed in Verona today, registering a 20% increase in foreign buyers over the 2022 edition.

Institue for Wine, Diet and Health promotes mediterranean diet pictured. red wine, fruits, veg, on picnic table

Institute for Wine, Diet and Health introduced in Italy

February 16, 2023February 16, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A new research institute for Wine, Diet and Health (Istituto per la Ricerca su Vino, Alimentazione e Salute) was presented in Rome today.

Wine: 10% reduction in grape harvest

August 2, 2022August 2, 2022Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The 2022 grape harvest in Italy kicks off at least seven days earlier than last year due to drought and heat over 40 degrees. The overly warm climate sees a cut in production by 10% nationwide.