Wine News
Vittorio Frescobaldi, a leading figure in Italian wine, dies aged 97
Vittorio Frescobaldi has died aged 97. A look back at the life of a leading figure in Tuscan wine, who helped build its international reputation and co-founded Luce with Robert Mondavi.
The Harvest: Understanding the decisive moment when a wine is truly born (Part 2)
Long overlooked, stems are making a comeback in winemaking practices. Discover their role, the benefits of whole-cluster harvesting, and the decisions that shape the wine right from the harvest.
The Harvest: Understanding the decisive moment when a wine is truly born (Part 1)
The harvest date is one of the most important decisions of the wine-growing year. Sugar levels, acidity, pH, tannins, aromas: discover the criteria that determine the ideal time to harvest the grapes.
Abruzzo strengthens production controls for the 2026 vintage
Ahead of the 2026 harvest, Abruzzo has introduced stricter yield limits and harvest reserve measures to balance supply and demand, protect the value of its appellations and strengthen the long-term positioning of Abruzzo wines.
Sicily looks ahead to an outstanding 2026 harvest
Sicily’s 2026 harvest begins under highly promising conditions. Abundant winter rainfall, excellent vineyard health and the island’s diverse terroirs point towards a vintage of outstanding quality across Sicily’s wine regions.
10 Must-Try Wines to Discover Alto Adige
Discover the great wines of Alto Adige: high-altitude terroirs, geological diversity, iconic grape varieties, and exceptional vintages in the heart of northern Italy.