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...

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,...

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...

Predappio Alta is an ancient medieval village whose origins are rooted in a small Roman stronghold aiming at controlling the exchange of goods, notably salt which was traded from the salt-works in Cervia to Florence passing the Apennines. The inhabitants of the village only had two ways of making their living in that hill: growing...

Slow Wine Fair, the only international fair for good, clean and fair wine, returns for its third edition at BolognaFiere from Sunday 25 to Tuesday 27 February. The event is organized by BolognaFiere and SANA, the International Exhibition of Organic and Natural Products, under the artistic direction of Slow Food, and promotes wines from sustainable...

Prosecco is an Italian sparkling wine that has captured the palate of consumers worldwide. However, its history is ancient and fascinating, and its quality is the result of a long tradition of processing and meticulous care of the grape.  Prosecco is mainly produced in the Veneto region, in northeastern Italy. The origins of this wine...