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The difficult wine season in the United States, the first country in the world in terms of both imports - with $7.3 billion in 2022 - and wine lovers, with 4.5 billion bottles uncorked, is confirmed, even when tested by actual consumption. According to the Uiv-Vinitaly Observatory, which, for the Vinitaly-International Wine Expo in Chicago, process...

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Tucked in the north of the country, between France and Switzerland, Piedmont is, for me, the jewel in Italy’s crown. The scenery is breathtaking and there are plenty of rooftop bars where you can experience the vistas with a negroni or a glass of wine in hand. At the Turin Palace Hotel, you’ll see ceramic tiled roofs to one side, and snow-topped Al...

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A recent analysis from Mediobanca’s Research Department reveals that in 2022, inflation acted as a tailwind for Italian wine producers, boosting their revenues by an impressive +9.1% on average. This growth was primarily driven by the Horeca channel, which saw a remarkable +19.9% increase, and the premium segment, which recorded a solid +13.7% upti...

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Pinot Grigio in Collio Pinot Grigio is the most planted grape of Collio, but has been losing acreage as it has been replaced slowly by Malvasia and Ribolla Gialla. Our guide, Richard Baudains, through the tasting explained that Pinot Grigio is less sensitive to soils than it is to climate. I really enjoyed this tasting as it showed the many styles...

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International Wine Expo will make its grand return to Chicago October 22-23, marking Vinitaly's debut in the US, which remains the leading market for Italian wine, and providing a dynamic platform for top buyers and authentic Italian wine and oil producers and brands to connect, with its unique lounge-style setting. The expo offers on and off-premi...

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Consorzio del Vino Brunello di Montalcino is thrilled to announce its return to the United States for the latest edition of Benvenuto Brunello. This annual, exclusive wine tasting event offers a unique opportunity to get an early taste of the newest vintage releases, featuring Brunello di Montalcino 2019 and Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2018. Ove...

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Today, across volcanic lake Bolsena from the town of Gradoli, in the Viterbo province, created in 1927, of the north of Lazio, region of Rome, in the Teverina valley where on its way to the Italian capital the Tiber river runs with the Cimini apennines by Lazio’s border with the Umbria region at the train station of Alviano where a dam built in 196...

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Wine enthusiasts and travel aficionados alike often seek out the immersive experience of Italian wine tours. Offering a delightful blend of breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and world-renowned wine regions, these tours provide a unique opportunity to indulge in Italian wine culture. Italian wine tours typically involve exploring various wine r...

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The tricolor flag stands tall in Napa Valley as Marchesi Antinori has successfully completed the acquisition of full ownership of Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars in California. This acquisition comes after a 16-year partnership with the American company, Ste. Michelle Wine Estates.  Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars is considered one of the most important wineries...

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When it comes to celebrating Italian culture, few things capture the essence of this country quite like its wines. Italy is renowned for its rich history, diverse landscapes, and the exquisite wines that flow from its vineyards. On a warm fall evening in New York City, the Italian Trade Agency, in collaboration with Federdoc, presented an event tha...

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