Situated in Refrontolo (TV), in the middle of the prestigious Prosecco Superiore area of Conegliano Valdobbiadene, Colvendrà has recently celebrated the 100th anniversary since its foundation: in the early 1900s, Leonardo Della Colletta – also called “Bepi”- starting from the production of rootstock cuttings, selecting those capable of transmitting the best aromas and flavours, gave...

From Sunday 23 to Tuesday 25 February 2025, the Slow Wine Fair, the only international fair dedicated to good, clean and fair wine, returns to BolognaFiere for the 4th edition.  Organised by BolognaFiere with the artistic direction of Slow Food, the Slow Wine Fair promotes wines from sustainable agriculture. About 1,000 wineries are expected, more...

A groundbreaking collaboration is unfolding between three influential figures from diverse backgrounds: Giulia Mura, Sardegna Delegate of the Women of Oil Association; Cesario Bortone, a seasoned Premium Wine Ambassador from Italy; and Anurag Dutta, an emerging entrepreneur from the northeastern valley of Assam, India. This partnership marks a significant milestone in the fusion of tradition,...

Between hills and sparkling wine, the Freccianera Fratelli Berlucchi winery embodies the essence of the region for exclusive events and weddings. Historic elegance among the Franciacorta Hills   Nestled amid the picturesque hills of Franciacorta, Freccianera Fratelli Berlucchi is one of the most enchanting historic wineries in the region. Its authentic 14th-century vaulted ceilings house Renaissance...

Could you tell us about the origins of Manfredi Cantine and how your family’s history has influenced the company’s evolution? For generations we live in Farigliano, a small village in the Langhe, in Piedmont. Here, great-grandfather Luigi and his family began cultivating a small Dolcetto vineyard. His son Giuseppe gave a decisive commercial boost to...

In a country renowned for hospitality, Le Cerque takes the best of the traditional Italian agriturismo —a place combining tourism and agriculture— and future-proofs it, to meet tomorrow’s climate challenges. Deep in the quiet of Umbria’s countryside, Le Cerque is an oasis of peace surrounded by 22 hectares of nature, producing organic olive oil and...

When talking about Cantine Lombardini, one cannot help but recall a heritage of now 100 years of history, intertwined with passion, innovation and an unconditional love for Lambrusco. In 1925, grandfather Angelo founded Cantine Lombardini in the historical centre of Novellara, still located in the original premises. A century of history and four generations, but...

This artisan winemaker’s champagne is produced in Gyésur-Seine, in the south of the Champagne region, nestled in the heart of the Côte des Bar. This Champagne, born from the vision of a sister and a brother, Audrey and Arnaud, draws its history from a rich family legacy. Its story begins in 1862, when their great-great-grandfathers,...

There are vineyards overlooking Alba’s plain and woods stretching towards the Alta Langa area. There are incredibly steep as well as slight slopes, lonely hills rising suddenly from the ground, and others sloping gently away towards the Tanaro Valley, covered in wheat fields. Some of the highest Barolo hills, reaching over 500 metres in height,...

Sophistication and counterfeiting of wines represent a dark underbrush in the bright landscape of the global wine industry. This practice not only undermines the integrity of one of the most exported and appreciated Italian agri-food products but also risks compromising the health of consumers and the image of honest producers. The battle against these illicit...